Administrative Services Officer

Parliament of SA
Job reference: 583677
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Although advertised as an Administrative Services Officer, this role primarily functions as a Messenger. Messengers are accountable to the Manager of Administrative and Security Services for a range of administrative, support and reception services to Members of Parliament and staff which results in the orderly conduct of the Legislative Council Chamber, effective public relations and efficient office administration.

Applicants should address the following essential criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in the provision of a consistently high standard of clerical and Administrative Services, including:
• Preparing straightforward communications and responding to enquiries and requests from internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using word processing applications, databases and an understanding of the principles of electronic document management within a network utilising Microsoft Office applications.
• Sound written and oral communication skills indicating ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people including Ministers, Members and Officers of the Parliament, public sector employees and the public.
• Sound organisational skills and ability to work as a member of a team and contribute positively to the effective management of varying workloads.

Special Conditions: The position is not under the Public Sector Act. However, general Public Service conditions apply and all entitlements are transferable. The position will require considerable work outside of normal working hours when Parliament is sitting for which overtime will be paid.

NOTE: Covering Letter and written application should be no more than 3 pages only responding to the above essential criteria. Please also include a copy of your Curriculum Vitae (including a minimum of 3 current referees).

Enquiries to: Mr Todd Mesecke, Manager of Administrative and Security Services. Telephone 8237 9326, email ************@parliament.sa.gov.au

Applications close: 24/03/2024 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- J&P Specification Messenger 2024 - 12 mths.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.