Administration Officer

Who is St Michaels?

St Michael's Association Inc. is a not-for-profit non-government organisation of approximately 200 employees working across North and Northwest Tasmania. Supporting, empowering and providing accommodation services to Tasmanian's living with a disability, to develop their independence, has been how St Michael's has operated for over 50 years. This is an exciting opportunity to join the St Michaels' team and contribute to this mission.

Job tasks and responsibilities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and driven individual to join our Finance & Administration team.

Reporting to our Director of Finance and Administration, this role serves as the first point of contact for people making inquiries and visiting St Michael's as well as providing administrative support within the St Michael's office.

To succeed in this role, you must have at least twelve months of administration experience with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and complete work accurately and on time. You will have excellent attention to detail, be a hardworking team player with a desire to learn and develop a career in Disability Services.

This is a fixed-term employment contract for an initial duration of 12 months with the possibility of an extension. The position is full time. 

Skills, experience and requirements

• Minimum 12 months experience in a reception and/or administration role.
• Certificate III Business (or similar).
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and complete work accurately and on time.
• Discretion, sound judgement and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Disability Services.
• Excellent administration skills including in the use of MS Word, Excel and Outlook applications.
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Self-starter with high levels of motivation and strong drive to learn and grow.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to work within the policies and procedures of a human services organisation (or similar organisation).
• Ability to communicate with participants, staff, parents, external agencies and funding bodies under direction from the Services Manager whilst maintaining appropriate level of confidentiality.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People Card (or ability to obtain).
• Current National Police Check (or ability to obtain).
• Fully Covid Vaccinated (includes booster)

Job benefits and perks

• Provision of Salary Packaging as Not for Profit, Charity status organisation
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Immediate start available
• Rewarding opportunity with the ability to make a difference

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have experience in administration?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have customer service experience?

Application

We are interested in meeting candidates who have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in Disability Services and who can demonstrate their commitment towards providing a high-quality service.

Please apply via Seek. To be considered applications must include a CV and cover letter addressing the requirements in the “about you” section.

Please email ***************@stmichaels.asn.au for any questions including requests for a copy of the relevant position description.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice. 

Please note applications close at midnight on Friday 29 March 2024. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.