This is a Administrative Assistant role with Department of Education, Western Australia based in Kalgoorlie - Boulder, WA, AU Department of Education, Western Australia Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Administrative Assistant role at Department of Education, Western Australia This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP Education regional offices provide information on local public school options, special programs and services such as school psychology, behaviour centres, home education and reporting students not attending school. The Role In this role, you will ensure the seamless operation of administrative functions, including preparing correspondence, managing agendas and minutes for meetings, and maintaining effective filing systems for corporate information. You will play a vital role in supporting communication and documentation processes, handling correspondence, drafting responses, and preparing reports for routine matters. Your ability to manage incoming calls, visitor enquiries, and appointments will contribute to a well-coordinated office environment. Additionally, you will assist with travel arrangements, ensuring bookings and documentation are accurately prepared, and support financial tasks such as budget preparation, payment of accounts, credit card reconciliation, and expenditure monitoring. Maintaining the office’s assets register and supplies will also form part of your responsibilities, ensuring resources are effectively managed. Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in Kalgoorlie and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 12% employer contributed superannuation. Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments) Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Liisa Morrow, CRO, Education Regional Office on (08) 9093 5600 or emailing Goldfields.ERO@education.wa.edu.au We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people ( Building Leadership Impact ). Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details. Eligibility To work with us, you must: be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment. consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start. obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check as determined by the Director of Education More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1: Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include: A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF: Demonstrated well developed knowledge and experience in administrative and clerical functions. Demonstrated well developed keyboarding and computer skills including a working knowledge of databases, spreadsheets and word processing. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in account payments and monitoring expenditure for a work unit. Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process. It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1027030 Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 20 March 2026 Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Department of Education, Western Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Ensuring administrative functions Supporting communication processes Managing financial tasks Key Strengths ️ Administrative functions Communication skills Financial management Organisational skills Customer service ✈️ Travel coordination A Final Note: This is a role with Department of Education, Western Australia not with Hatch.
