Executive Assistant - WACS (526363)

The Team:

The Paediatric Services team in Launceston, Tasmania, is a dedicated group within the Department of Health (DoH), focused on providing high-quality healthcare to children and families in the region. This team is made up of a diverse group of medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, allied health practitioners, and administrative staff, all working in tandem to deliver comprehensive and compassionate care.

The Role:

The Executive Assistant (EA) to the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in Paediatric Services provides crucial administrative support to ensure smooth unit operations. Key duties include managing the NUM’s calendar, coordinating meetings, and handling communication between staff, patients, and external parties. The EA assists with resource management, scheduling, and organising departmental events, as well as supporting departmental projects and initiatives. They also help with recruitment, maintaining staff records, and ensuring compliance with confidentiality and healthcare regulations. Additionally, the EA supports budget management and process improvements, contributing to efficient, high-quality patient care and team collaboration.

Details of Appointment:

Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from 25th May 2025 until 11th July 2026.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $73,811 to $79,779 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits Available to Eligible Candidates:

• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Current Working with Children Registration

How to Apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*Applications from agencies will not be accepted for this role.

For More Information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Laura Martin
Position: Nursing and Midwifery Director - Women's and Children's Services
Phone number: (03) 6777 6075
Email address: laura.martin@ths.tas.gov.au

What It Is Like Working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

Respecting Diversity: Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.