Job description
Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit Parks and Wildlife Division – Northern

Australian Parks
Job title Administration Officer Designation Administrative Officer 3
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 16/07/2027
Salary $68,776 - $73,898 Location Darwin
Position number 4699 RTF 349526 Closing 18/06/2026
Contact officer Dean McAdam on 08 8999 4561 or dean.mcadam@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://dth.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=349526
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
As part of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, Parks and Wildlife Division, provide efficient and effective
administrative and executive assistance to the Senior Director / Director and staff in line with the Department’s priorities
and Northern Territory Government standards.

Context Statement
The position is based at the Parks and Wildlife regional office on the 4th Floor of the Goyder Centre, Palmerston and supports
the Northern Australian Parks Operations team.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide administrative support services to staff in the business unit, including receiving and referring phone calls,

coordinating correspondence, divisional reporting, records and procurement functions, assistance with human resource
management services and managing the diary of the Director.

2. Assist in the preparation of written correspondence, projects and other resource/reference documents.
3. Maintain office systems to ensure efficient workflows and accurate records.
4. Arrange the payment of invoices and verify corporate credit card transactions and assist in training of administrative and

operational staff in processes.
5. Provide a reception service and advice to the general public and other stakeholders in response to queries and/or refer as

appropriate.
6. Operate within a strong safety culture and implement defined Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Demonstrated experience in providing administrative support in duties such as monitoring phone calls, managing

calendars, scheduling meetings, minute taking, handling correspondence, records/information management, travel and
accommodation bookings and procurement functions including purchasing and processing credit card transactions.

2. Proficiency in the use of computer systems and software, including word processing, email, electronic calendar
applications and record management systems, and a willingness to adopt new technology.

3. Ability to operate effectively and reliably in a diverse team with minimal supervision.
4. A ‘can do’ attitude with a high level of flexibility, motivation, initiative, organisational skills, confidentiality, ability to

prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines.
5. Strong client interaction and communication skills to communicate professionally and with tact and discretion.
6. Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail, including the ability to think creatively and undertake projects,

together with the ability to learn and apply processes and concepts quickly.

Further information
Administration officers may be required to drive corporate vehicles and travel to remote parks and reserves, including on
occasion, overnight.