Part Time Administrative Assistant, Clerk 1/2, Dubbo Community Corrections

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice in Dubbo is seeking a Part Time Administrative Assistant (Clerk Grade 1/2) to support Community Corrections with reception and administrative duties. The role runs part-time on a temporary basis up to 12 months, 5 days per fortnight (3 days/2 days).

Salary is pro rata $78,000–$84,799 plus superannuation and annual leave loading. The successful candidate will perform admin and reception tasks, maintain records, prepare correspondence, take minutes, and

Qualifications

• Previous administration experience is required.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to learn and use record management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and reception support to internal and external clients.
• Manage word processing, data entry, and correspondence.
• Assist with meetings, events, and maintaining files and records.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office

Data entry

Communication

Confidentiality

Emotional intelligence

Tools

Record management systems

Job description

Position

Part Time Administrative Assistant, Clerk Grade 1/2

Location and Contract

Dubbo Community Corrections, Corrective Services NSW. Position Type: Part Time Temporary role up 12 months-5 days per fortnight (3 days/2 days). Salary: Clerk Grade 1/2 - $78,000 pro rata pa - $84,799 pro rata pa plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Role Summary

The role performs administrative and reception services to internal and external clients to support the delivery of quality services for the organisation. It also undertakes a range of administrative support services relating to the business, including non-complex client matters, word processing, data entry, preparing correspondence, taking minutes, maintaining electronic and file records and support with meetings and events. The values of Service Trust Accountability Integrity and Respect are embedded in all that Community Corrections does. This role especially requires the applicant to provide a service to our community and the staff and clients of our agency. Being enthusiastic, non-judgmental and friendly are important aspects to achieving the requirements of the role.

What you’ll do

To be successful for this role, you will always display integrity and be a true team player with excellent communication and organisational skills. You will always maintain confidentiality whilst utilising your proven experience to meet the demands of this role effectively. Resilience, initiative, high attention to detail and accuracy along with the ability to work under pressure are the key attributes to succeed in this fast-paced role. CSNSW offer many training opportunities and promotional opportunities can be available. If you enjoy administrative work, supporting team members and liaising across multiple stakeholders then this work will interest you!

What we’re looking for

Applicants should have previous administration experience and be able demonstrate a high level of computer skills including Microsoft Office suite as well as competency in applications such as record management systems. The ability to learn and grow in the role will be important in terms of understanding the role. We are also seeking someone who demonstrates strong emotional intelligence, including the ability to follow direction, receive feedback constructively, and work effectively with a diverse range of people. This includes maintaining professionalism when interacting with individuals who may present with challenging behaviours, and responding with composure, respect, and sound judgment. Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. As an Aboriginal applicant, you are actively increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representation across our organisation, and building a culturally capable workforce, so we are better equipped to address the challenges of reducing over-representation of Aboriginal people within our service systems.

Company and Community

Dubbo is a dynamic regional town located in western NSW, central to regional wineries, picturesque reserves and hiking trails, botanical gardens and numerous cultural and historical landmarks. This exciting location offers an affordable and accessible lifestyle, enjoy access to scenic parks, lakes and rivers, camping and fishing facilities, cafes and restaurants, shopping hubs, live entertainment venues, an observatory, and the unmissable Western Plains Zoo. Dubbo is also home to a thriving university campus and is serviced by two airlines (just one hour to Sydney), as well as rail and bus lines that provide regular services to and from major cities and surrounding towns. Dubbo is your gateway to professional growth and a vibrant regional lifestyle.

Benefits and Opportunities

CSNSW offer many training opportunities and promotional opportunities can be available.

Additional Information

Applications close WEDNESDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2026 at 11:00pm AEST.

Contact

For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager – Victoria McMasters on 0458 283 190 or at [e-mail]. If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Karen Honnery on 0460 942 972 or via [e-mail]. Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Equality and Diversity

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.