Job description Agency Department of Children and Families Work unit Business Services - Regional Services Central Australia Job title Recruitment Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6 Job type Full time Duration Ongoing Salary $99,519 - $110,953 Location Alice Springs Position number 29977 RTF 345706 Closing 26/04/2026 Contact officer Ritu Pandey on 08 8955 6001 or About the agency Apply online APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS. Information for applicants inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website. Primary objective The Recruitment Officer provides high level advice to managers and staff and is responsible for development and maintenance of recruitment systems and procedures in line with the Department of Children and Families policy and legislative requirements. Key duties and responsibilities 1. Provide advice to managers and selection panels, including legislation, relocation, entitlements, merit selection and recruitment processes. 2. Assist with bulk recruitment and provide support to selection panels. 3. Liaise with and provide relevant information to potential recruits. 4. Coordinate recruitment campaigns and careers expos. 5. Assist with the development of recruitment policies, procedures and guidelines. 6. Provide support in relation to workforce development projects such as market allowances, sponsorships of overseas employees and other recruitment and retention initiatives. Selection criteria Essential 1. Significant operation recruitment, workforce management consultancy and advisory experience in a complex and diverse environment. 2. Understanding and knowledge of the legislative, policy and administrative instruments that directly relate to recruitment and retention programs. 3. Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication skills including high level report writing, and the ability to consult with a wide range of individuals, organisations and service providers. 4. Demonstrated ability to undertake research, with analytical and problem-solving skills. 5. Understanding of and commitment to the principles of human resources and equity, with the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures. 6. High level organisational skills with proven ability to set priorities, manage workloads and to meet deadlines. 7. Ability to work effectively in a self-managed team environment, work under pressure and display sound professional ethics of confidentiality and discretion. Desirable 1. High level computer skills including knowledge in the use of Departmental mainframe programs such as PIPS (Personal Integrated Payroll System). 2. Understanding of the labour market dynamics in the Northern Territory and more broadly, nationally and internationally with the ability to provide timely and appropriate advice. Further information The recommended applicant will be required to hold a current Working with Children Clearance notice and undergo a criminal history check (a criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history). Applicants should include a certified copy of their qualifications with their application.
Job Title
Recruitment Officer