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Reception/Administrative Assistant
Level 2, $76,912 - $82,464 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: Pool Ref MAV0014
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-04-21 4:00 PM
This recruitment process is intended to establish a pool of suitable applicants who are able to fulfil the role of Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in ministerial offices.
Suitable applicants from this process will be placed in the pool from which temporary and/or permanent appointments may be made. This pool will operate for a period of 24 months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
About the Role
The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant role is the face of the ministerial office and performs all reception duties with respect to the Minister's office by providing high quality administrative and clerical support for the Minister and other senior officers. Delivery of strong customer service to both internal and external clients using excellent written and verbal communication skills is essential.
Duties include but are not limited to typing and drafting correspondence, recording incoming and outgoing correspondence, filing, accounts, arranging meetings and assisting with appointments. Keyboard skills and knowledge of current office software packages is a must. Ability to work unsupervised, learn things quickly and excellent attention to detail are highly regarded skills.
For Further Job-Related Information
For further information regarding this job, please contact Ms Amy Bottecchia, Assistant Manager, Ministerial Support Unit, on (08) 6552 6396 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
A current and detailed resume/Curriculum Vitae outlining your skills and experience; and
A written application in no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements and capabilities:
Well-developed knowledge and experience in administration and clerical functions using Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team with a strong emphasis on customer focus.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and organisational skills, including time management.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and capabilities (found in the attached JDF) assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
Suitable applicants will be required to participate in our Fit2Work process on commencement to provide:
Proof of identity 100-point check.
A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police Force.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance.
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00pm AWST, Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
Level 2, $76,912 - $82,464 pa, PS CSA Agreement 2024
Position Number: Pool Ref MAV0014
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Closing Date: 2026-04-21 4:00 PM
This recruitment process is intended to establish a pool of suitable applicants who are able to fulfil the role of Receptionist/Administrative Assistant in ministerial offices.
Suitable applicants from this process will be placed in the pool from which temporary and/or permanent appointments may be made. This pool will operate for a period of 24 months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.
About Us
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.
About the Role
The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant role is the face of the ministerial office and performs all reception duties with respect to the Minister's office by providing high quality administrative and clerical support for the Minister and other senior officers. Delivery of strong customer service to both internal and external clients using excellent written and verbal communication skills is essential.
Duties include but are not limited to typing and drafting correspondence, recording incoming and outgoing correspondence, filing, accounts, arranging meetings and assisting with appointments. Keyboard skills and knowledge of current office software packages is a must. Ability to work unsupervised, learn things quickly and excellent attention to detail are highly regarded skills.
For Further Job-Related Information
For further information regarding this job, please contact Ms Amy Bottecchia, Assistant Manager, Ministerial Support Unit, on (08) 6552 6396 (not to be contacted for assistance with lodging your application).
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
A current and detailed resume/Curriculum Vitae outlining your skills and experience; and
A written application in no more than two (2) pages, addressing the following role specific requirements and capabilities:
Well-developed knowledge and experience in administration and clerical functions using Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team with a strong emphasis on customer focus.
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and organisational skills, including time management.
Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining role specific requirements and capabilities (found in the attached JDF) assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process.
Suitable applicants will be required to participate in our Fit2Work process on commencement to provide:
Proof of identity 100-point check.
A satisfactory National Police Certificate issued by the Western Australia Police Force.
Equity and Diversity
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply for Job' at the bottom of this advertisement to submit your application.
If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance.
Applications are to be received no later than 4:00pm AWST, Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application as late and pro forma applications will not be accepted.
Subsequent vacancies:
Applicants who are found suitable in this process, may be considered for similar vacancies that arise within the department, in accordance with the relevant Commissioner’s Instructions.
