Administrative Assistant (513620)

Tasmania Government; Huon Valley; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tasmanian Department of Health, within the Tasmanian State Service, invites applications for an Administrative Assistant. You will join a small administrative team providing day-to-day support to community nursing and facility users, contributing to efficient operations across Huon Valley sites.

This casual/ fixed-term position is for approximately 12 months, with the selection process potentially reused for similar vacancies.

Qualifications

• Experience providing high-quality administrative support in a busy, customer-focused environment.
• Strong computer skills and experience using a range of office software packages, databases and information systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders and colleagues.
• Proven ability to organise and prioritise work, meet deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Sound judgement, initiative and a demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and business support to community nursing teams and facility users.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of administrative processes and service delivery.
• Work as part of a small, supportive administrative team to ensure efficient operations.
• Assist in coordinating activities across Huon Valley sites and related community health services.

Skills

Administrative support

Computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Organisation & prioritisation

Confidentiality & judgement

Tools

Office software

Job description

About the Tasmanian State ServiceThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS)is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than 200...

This position offers a diverse and rewarding opportunity to contribute to health and community care through collaborative teamwork across four sites. You’ll work within multidisciplinary teams and maintain strong partnerships with the Huon and Kingborough Councils, as well as other key stakeholders, all committed to enhancing care, wellness, and reablement outcomes in partnership with our consumers.

The role provides administrative support to the Huon and Kingston Community Nursing teams, assists Bruny Island Community Nursing and Community Health Centre as required, and supports consumers, community members, and healthcare professionals attending our facilities or community appointments.

Located in the scenic Huon Valley—renowned for its National Parks, World Heritage areas, and the picturesque Huon River and D’Entrecasteaux Channel—our Huon and Cygnet Community Health Centres work closely with all services in the region. Together, we are dedicated to delivering excellence in healthcare and achieving improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the broader Tasmanian community.

The Role

As a valued member of a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality health services, the Administrative Assistant plays a key role in ensuring effective and efficient administrative operations. Working as part of a small, supportive administrative team, this position provides day-to-day administrative and business support to community nursing and facility users.

The role contributes to the continuous improvement of administrative processes, helping ensure the smooth delivery of services and a positive experience for both staff and community clients.

You will need

• Demonstrated experience providing high-quality administrative support in a busy, customer-focused environment.
• Strong computer skills and experience using a range of office software packages, databases and information systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, stakeholders and colleagues.
• Proven ability to organise and prioritise work, meet deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Sound judgement, initiative and a demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Multiple fixed term, casual positions, working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$68,854 to $73,947 pro rata per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.