Research and Executive Support Officer

Research and Executive Support Officer

Branch: Midwest Regional Education Office

Division: Schools

Salary: Level 3, $89,464 - $96,043 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)

Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Location: Geraldton

Closing Date: 2026-08-05 4:30 PM

This is a 6 month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension (6 months) and/or permanency

The Midwest Education Regional Office provides services to schools across the Midwest managed by the Director of Education and the Coordinator Regional Operations. Services are designed to support schools in the region by promoting system initiatives and providing support and quality assurance to enhance the outcomes of schooling in the region

The Role

The successful applicant will provide administrative support to the Director of Education, including coordination and preparation of correspondence, travel and accommodation arrangements and scheduling of appointments. They will additionally provide editorial support in line with Departmental protocols and conventions.

They will also be expected to liaise with internal and external clients including, the Minister’s Office, school and Regional Office staff, senior staff of other agencies, parents and members of the public on a diverse range of issues, whilst managing confidential and sensitive enquiries that require appropriate referral and timely responses.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in Geraldton 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)

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 Danielle Wilton, Coordinator Regional Operations - Mid West Education Region on (08) 9956 1602 or by emailing danielle.wilton@education.wa.edu.au

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.

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:

1. Demonstrated knowledge and considerable experience in the delivery of administration support services, including the ability to provide executive support to senior managers.
2. Demonstrated sound oral and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with senior managers and internal and external clients on a wide range of issues.
3. Demonstrated sound financial management skills with the ability to interpret, report and apply financial practices and procedures.
4. Demonstrated sound written skills with the ability to prepare correspondence, minutes and briefing notes.
5. Demonstrated sound research, conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use initiative to identify priorities and meet conflicting timelines.