Electorate Office Support

**Electorate Office Support (EOA)**

**Senator Tammy Tyrrell**

**Independent Senator for Tasmania**

Applications are invited for the casual position of Electorate Support Officer (EOA) in the Office of Senator Tammy Tyrrell based in the Senator’s Electorate Office in Launceston, Tasmania.

**Position Overview**

**The key duties of the position are, but are not limited to**:

- Ensuring constituents are supported through their contact with the electorate office - including working with constituents to navigate available supports and undertaking referrals where appropriate with government agencies and services.
- Managing constituent enquiries and preparing correspondence and communications.
- Maintaining case notes, files, and records (electronic and hard copy).
- Attending community events and travel throughout the Electorate, which may require working on weekends and/or public holidays.
- Assist with organising and sourcing opportunities for events that promote and endorse the Senator’s engagement.
- Maintaining a clean and safe workspace, contributing to a safe and respectful workplace culture, and abiding by work health and safety laws, policies, and procedures.

**The ideal applicant should possess the following skills, qualifications, and experience**:

- Highly organised and able to prioritise tasks.
- Strong community stakeholder engagement skills.
- Highly developed verbal and written communication.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a small team to achieve results.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines with limited supervision.
- A keen interest in current affairs and an understanding of Australia’s systems of government.
- Tolerance, patience, and a sense of humour.
- A respectful demeanour when engaging with office staff and constituents.
- While not necessary, prior administrative experience and qualifications in social work, welfare, legal studies, or a similar area will be looked on favourably.

**Additionally, applicants with the following skills and experience would be highly desirable**:

- A working knowledge of the practice and procedure of the Australian Senate.
- Experience in a political or community-based office.

**Employment Conditions**:
The position is offered under the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984 and conditions are outlined in the Commonwealth Members of Parliament Staff Enterprise Agreement 2024-27 which include:

- Starting at 20 hours per week with flexible working arrangements and potential for additional hours during peak periods.
- A commencing salary between $71,808 and $76,022 (paid pro rata) will be negotiated depending on experience and relevant skills.
- As this is a casual position, salary includes 25% loading.
- An employer superannuation contribution of 15.4% will be payable.

**Points to note**:

- The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Police History Check.
- Interstate and intrastate travel may be required to support the Senator’s engagement.
- The successful applicant will be required to comply with their obligations under the Behaviour Codes and Standards.

**How to apply**

Applications close on Monday 10 March 2025, noting that interviews may be conducted before the closing date.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $71,808.00 - $76,022.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Travel reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Launceston TAS 7250: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Office: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driver Licence (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 10/03/2025