• Bring your executive support, records management, and clear communication to help drive positive outcomes for Aboriginal land rights across NSW 

• Ongoing full- time opportunity, based in Parramatta 

• Clerk Grade 5/6 ($99,938 - $110,271) base salary ($99,938- $110,271) 

About the Role 

The Office of the Registrar, Aboriginal Land Rights Act 1983 (ORALRA), plays a vital role in supporting Aboriginal land rights across NSW. The Registrar is an independent statutory officer and plays an important role in the regulation of conduct throughout the land rights network.  ORALRA works closely with Local Aboriginal Land Councils and the NSW Aboriginal Land to support good governance. 

As the Directorate Support Officer, you’ll work closely with the Registrar to help drive positive outcomes for Aboriginal land rights across NSW. You’ll play a key part in ensuring smooth operations, supporting decision-making, and contributing to projects that make a real difference. This is an opportunity to apply your organisational skills in a dynamic environment, collaborate with a range of stakeholders, and be part of meaningful change. 

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For 

• Records and compliance: Skilled in maintaining secure records, tracking documentation, and ensuring compliance with legislative and organisational requirements. 
• Organisational skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. 
• Executive and administrative support: Proven ability to work autonomously and deliver quality business support that enables the effective functioning of ORALRA. 
• Written communication: Strong ability to draft clear, concise correspondence and review documents for quality and consistency. 

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply. 

Why Join Us? 

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements 
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities 
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week 
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives 
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network

How to Apply 

Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including: 

A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 3 pages) 

Upon submitting your application, you will be required to provide a response to the below question  

Provide an example of where you have needed to balance keeping sensitive information confidential whilst working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders? (maximum 200 words) 

Closing date: Tuesday ,10 February 2026 (9:59 AM) 

Salary: Classification Grade 5/6. Package includes base salary ($99,938 

- $110,271) plus, superannuation (12%) and leave loading. 

Hiring Manager: Sally Skyring, Registrar ALRA [email protected]

About the Premier's Department 

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government 

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier’s Department. 

Our Commitment 

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities. 

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country. 

Additional Information 

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager. 

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this targeted role and greater consideration will be given to their applications, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. This is in accordance with Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants must confirm their Aboriginality in addition to the essential requirements of the role.