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Executive Officer - Children and Families - 979942

Department for Education, Children and Young People

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jun 2026

About the role

About the Role

The Executive Officer provides high-level administrative, coordination and strategic support to the Executive Director, Services for Children, Young People and Families. The role is central to the effective day-to-day operation of the office, including managing workflows, coordinating correspondence, undertaking general administrative tasks, and supporting projects and priorities.

Working in a fast-paced and sensitive environment, the Executive Officer builds strong relationships across the Department and with external stakeholders. The role requires sound judgement, discretion and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and professionalism. This position suits a highly organised and proactive individual who can support senior leaders in delivering critical services for children, young people and families.

We are offering

ASAP start up to 9 June 2028
Full-time, 73.5 hours per fortnight
We are a child-safe organisation
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We are looking for

This role would suit someone who is highly organised and proactive, with strong attention to detail, who can manage competing priorities, build effective relationships, and work with discretion in a complex environment while supporting outcomes for children, young people and families.

Essential

Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1 Conviction checks in the following areas:

a) crimes of violence

b) sex related offences

c) serious drug offences

d) crimes involving dishonesty

e) serious traffic offences

2 Identification check

3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check

Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.

Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online

Statement Of Duties (PDF)

Statement Of Duties (DOCX)

How to apply

Applications should include:

a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the sele