Administration Officer - Public Health

Requisition Number: REQ671777 
Employment Type: Temporary Part - Time  
Classification: Administration Officer - Level 3 
Hours per week: Up to 27  
Location: Albury 
Remuneration: $71,072.43 - $73,287.41 per annum (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable)  
Applications Close: 29 July 2026

Are you an organised, customer-focused Administration Professional looking to make a real difference in public health outcomes for your community?

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Administration Officer to join our Health Promotion Team and Public Health Unit. This is a varied and rewarding role providing essential administrative support that keeps our public health services running smoothly for the Murrumbidgee community.

In this role, you will:

• Provide quality customer service, ensuring a respectful and helpful response to all face-to-face and telephone enquiries 
• Complete a range of operational, clerical and administrative tasks including record keeping, managing postal and other correspondence, general filing/typing/copying, data management, and purchasing/stores management
• Help with more complex tasks or projects and relief for other staff as required, supporting efficiency and quality within the service and team 
• Support the manager and team with quality activities to ensure ongoing improvement in local processes 
• Make decisions and take initiative on day-to-day operational matters, working under general instruction and broad supervision 
• This position may require travel within the district, which can involve driving long distances with overnight stays.

To find out more, please review the Position Description

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Demonstrated capacity to work independently and exercise initiative and judgement
• Proven ability to also work cooperatively in a remote team 
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills, including a professional phone manner 
• Strong organisational and time management skills within an environment of competing deadlines 
• High level computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft and Windows-based applications, internet and email systems, and/or experience in other information and record-keeping systems 
• Knowledge and experience in office management procedures 
• Experience in collecting and collating information for reports and other documentation 
• A current Driver's Licence (Class C) and willingness to travel for work purposes, which may involve driving long distances with overnight stays within the District 
• National Police Check (or willingness to obtain) 
• Vaccination Category B compliance

Why Join MLHD?

• At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference. 
• Play a vital role in supporting public health initiatives and community wellbeing across our regional communities 
• Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing 
• Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities 
• Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport, and initiatives to support both physical and mental health

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now! Please contact Alison Nikitas at Alison.Nikitas.health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.