Regional and Fire Management Services Division
Clerical Officer
DBCA
Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN DENHAM
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 10 MARCH 2025
Job Description
Denham in the Shark Bay World Heritage Area is home to world-class natural attractions including Francois Peron National Park, Dirk Hartog Island National Park, the Shark Bay Marine Park, and the proposed Edel Land National Park.
We are currently seeking a Clerical Officer to join our team.
Under the immediate supervision of the Finance and Administration Coordinator, you will:
- Provide clerical support for the Gascoyne District office.
- Provide front counter visitor information and telephone reception services for the Denham office.
- Assist the Administration team with the provision of administrative, financial and secretarial support.
At DBCA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following three (3) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.
- Experience in dealing with internal and external enquiries with a customer service focus.
- Knowledge of office procedures and administration including demonstrated competency in the use of computer databases, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
- Ability to undertake records management and general clerical duties, including the processing of financial documents.
About Us
DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research, and educational skills.
For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website.
Benefits of working with us
In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution, and salary packaging options.
- Annual leave to be adjusted based on the position, e.g. 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 5 days North West Leave per year.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring, and parental leave.
- A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
- An annual National Park Entry Pass.
- Well-established learning and development programs.
How to apply:
All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:
- a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than three (3) pages).
- current CV, including the details of two referees.
For further job-related information: contact Trisha Moroney on or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit .
Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:
- A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, or Australian permanent residency status.
Substantive Equality Statement
DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disabilities will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on or . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
