Business Support Officer

Department of Health Tasmania; City of Hobart; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Hobart is seeking a Business Support Officer to provide administrative support to the Infrastructure Group. The role requires proven administrative experience and strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office. The position is permanent full-time with a salary range of $73,811 to $79,779 per annum plus superannuation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative and clerical support in a demanding senior management environment.
• Well-developed information technology skills, including knowledge of Agency software applications and Microsoft Office.
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting and financial procedures and experience using financial information systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative and clerical support to the Infrastructure Group.
• Enhance service delivery for infrastructure projects.

Skills

Administrative support

Information technology skills

Basic accounting knowledge

Job description

The Infrastructure Group is responsible for the planning, delivery, and management and maintenance of the Department of Health’s existing health assets, a significant capital works program, and the management of commercial arrangements.

The Business Support Officer provides efficient and effective administrative and clerical support to the broader Infrastructure Group, enhancing service delivery and contributing to the successful delivery of infrastructure projects and programs.

The Role:

• Proven experience in administrative and clerical support in a demanding senior management environment.
• Well-developed information technology skills, including knowledge of Agency software applications and the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting and financial procedures and experience using financial information systems.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in administrative and clerical support in a demanding senior management environment.
• Well-developed information technology skills, including knowledge of Agency software applications and the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Sound knowledge of basic accounting and financial procedures and experience using financial information systems.

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

Details of Appointment:

Permanent full-time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

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.

Salary:

$73,811 to $79,779 per annum, plus 12% superannuation contribution.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.

Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing of all Tasmanians by protecting them from public and environmental health hazards, preventing and reducing chronic conditions, and helping people achieve their best possible health.