Training Administration Officer

This is a permanent full-time position commencing January 2026.
Delivery of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) services provides support for the Department's educational outcomes by developing initiatives and technical support strategies to ensure all 800+ Western Australian public schools can be individual, distinctive and responsive to their local communities while still benefiting from being part of a system.

The Role
As the
Training Administration Officer
, you will join a supportive and dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality training for the school and student administration system across the Department. In this role, you will provide vital administrative support to the Student Information Management Systems (STIMS) Training Officers to ensure training activities are well-organised and delivered effectively.

You will be responsible for coordinating training schedules, booking venues and catering, managing printing and materials, creating and maintaining events within the Professional Learning Information System (PLIS). The role also involves organising travel and accommodation for the STIMS Training Officers and purchasing goods and services in line with Departmental policies and procedures, including processing payments, preparing purchase orders, and completing credit card acquittals.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and energetic team environment where your strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to customer service will be highly valued.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

• have strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities effectively.
• have experience using and maintaining records within PLIS or a similar learning management system.
• have a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• have sound knowledge of administrative and financial processes, including purchasing, invoicing, and credit card acquittals.
• have experience coordinating training activities, including scheduling, venue and catering bookings, and preparation of materials.
• have high attention to detail and accuracy in all administrative and financial tasks.
• have well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and confidence in learning new systems and processes.

Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in
East Perth
and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Karen Tappin Program Manager ICT STIMS on or by emailing .

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (
Building Leadership Impact
)
.
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan for more details.

Eligibility
To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1:
Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the delivery of administrative and support services.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting functions related to planning and service delivery.
• Demonstrated well developed computer skills, including the ability to operate databases and software.
• Demonstrated verbal and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to establish and maintain working relationships and liaise effectively with senior managers, school staff and administrative teams and other non-school based Department staff.
• Demonstrated initiative and organisational skills, including the ability to identify priorities and meet conflicting deadlines.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time.
Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education's Recruitment team on for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1001004

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close:
4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 1 December 2025