Executive Officer

Overview

We currently have an opportunity for an Executive Officer.

The Executive Officer:

• Manages the office of the Deputy Director General.
• Provides effective and efficient direct confidential executive, administrative, research and secretarial support to the Deputy Director General and the Divisional executive group.
• Provides a liaison and coordination role across the department and external organisations on behalf of the Deputy Director General.
• Provides secretariat support to the Corporate Management Committee.

Base pay and tenure

Base pay range: $105,167.00/yr - $114,938.00/yr. PSCA, Level 5, $105,167 - $114,938 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation.

Position details

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature. THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION. THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER 2025.

Job Description

We currently have an opportunity for an Executive Officer. The Executive Officer:

• Manages the office of the Deputy Director General.
• Provides confidential administrative support to the Deputy Director General and the Divisional executive group.
• Coordinates liaison across the department and with external organisations on behalf of the Deputy Director General.
• Provides secretariat support to the Corporate Management Committee.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three pages in total.

• High level experience in providing confidential administrative support at a senior executive level, with ability to work independently, apply discretion, tact, initiative, sound judgement, prioritise work, anticipate requirements, resolve problems, and manage competing demands.
• Considerable experience liaising with external bodies such as ministerial offices, and preparing documentation for departmental participation in parliamentary processes and other forums.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to liaise across a large organisation and build productive relationships.
• Considerable experience providing secretariat support to committees, including preparation of agendas and papers, taking minutes, and arranging meeting logistics.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, provides career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with diverse skills in science, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and education.

Benefits Of Working With Us

• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• Confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your family.
• Annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Well-established learning and development programs.
• Free staff parking.

How to Apply

All applications are to be submitted online. Select "Apply for job" and follow the instructions. You will need to provide:

• a covering letter;
• a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three pages);
• current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Additional information

For further job-related information, contact Mr. Nick Page on (08) 9219 9972. For information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:

• A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status.

Equality and accessibility

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, women and people with disabilities to apply. Reasonable adjustments are available in recruitment processes and in the workplace. If you require adjustments in the recruitment process, contact the Senior Recruitment Officer.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

• Government Administration

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