Administrative Assistant

Current Jobs; Booti Booti; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued days off

Fitness Passport

Learning & development

Job summary

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has a temporary part-time Administrative Assistant position based at Booti Booti. The role provides essential administrative and customer service support, assisting with financial processing, records management and stakeholder engagement.

You’ll work as part of the Hunter Central Coast Branch, helping protect NSW’s natural and cultural heritage while coordinating meetings and visitor inquiries in a busy, friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration including the use of computer-based systems such as word processing, spreadsheets and records management.
• Knowledge of financial and human resource management procedures, policies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality administrative and customer service support.
• Assist with office operations, financial processing and records management.
• Coordinate meetings, handle visitor enquiries and stakeholder engagement.
• Support branch activities and field teams with administrative tasks.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Job description

• Administrative Assistant - Clerk Grade 1-2
• Temporary part-time (14 hours per week)until 31 October 2027
• Office location – Booti Booti
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $78,000 to $84,799 (pro rata) + employer's contribution to superannuation

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

Join the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) as an Administrative Assistant based at the stunning Booti Booti office within the Hunter Central Coast Branch. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the teams who help protect and manage some of NSW's most treasured natural and cultural landscapes. In this varied position, you will provide high-quality administrative and customer service support, assisting with office operations, financial processing, records management, meeting coordination, visitor enquiries and stakeholder engagement. You will be at the heart of the branch's day-to-day activities, helping ensure our teams can continue delivering exceptional conservation and visitor outcomes.

Working alongside dedicated NPWS staff, you'll enjoy a unique environment where no two days are the same. From supporting field teams and coordinating branch activities to assisting visitors and community stakeholders, you'll contribute to meaningful work that helps protect NSW's iconic parks and reserves for future generations.

About You

We're looking for a motivated and customer-focused individual who enjoys being organised, working collaboratively and delivering high-quality support services. You'll be someone who thrives in a busy environment, can manage competing priorities, maintains excellent attention to detail and takes pride in providing outstanding service to both internal and external stakeholders. Strong communication skills, a positive attitude and confidence using a range of computer-based systems will help you succeed in this role.

The ideal candidate is proactive, reliable and eager to learn, with experience in administration and a genuine commitment to supporting others. You'll enjoy being part of a close-knit team, building positive relationships and contributing to a workplace that values collaboration, respect and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a rewarding role supporting conservation outcomes while working in one of the Hunter region's most picturesque coastal locations, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential requirements

• Experience in administration including the use of computer-based systems such as word processing, spreadsheet and records management and records management systems.
• Knowledge of financial and human resource management procedures, policies and practices.

For more information read the full Role Description: Administrative Assistant

Statement of Works for role: Administrative Assistant SoW

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

What we can offer you

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

Visit a park

Hunter Central Coast Branch

Applications close on Monday 12 Oct 2026 at 11:55pm.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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Advertised: 28 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 12 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time