Executive Support Officer (528945)
- Tasmania Government
- Australia, Tas
- Jun 3, 2026
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The Role
- Provide a single focal point for incoming and outgoing high-level communications and documentation for Hospitals North West, contributing to the efficient and effective workflow and sharing of information across the Department of Health, Office of the Secretary, and the Minister’s Office
- Input and maintain information via the Department’s electronic document tracking and reference systems,
contributing to the efficient and effective workflow and sharing of information. - Provide high-level direct executive support to the CEHNW, including managing email workflow, electronic
diary management, scheduling appointments, organising meeting requirements, collation of papers, and
preparing and handling highly confidential, politically sensitive, and complex documentation and enquiries.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, casual, day worker position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 24 months.
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: $85,196 to $97,915 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
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 Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.
For more information
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Rebecca Heron-Dowling
Position: Project Manager
Phone number: (03) 6493 3653
Email address: [email protected]
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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!
Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle
Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian
Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
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.
About the Tasmanian State Service
The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than...
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(image) <\/h2>\nThe Role<\/h2>\nProvide high-level executive, secretarial and administrative support to the Chief Executive Hospitals North West (CEHNW).<\/div>\nAs a member of the Office of CEHNW, demonstrate a high degree of initiative and confidentiality and be the primary point of contact for the Office.<\/div>\n\n- Provide a single focal point for incoming and outgoing high-level communications and documentation for Hospitals North West, contributing to the efficient and effective workflow and sharing of information across the Department of Health, Office of the Secretary, and the Minister\u2019s Office<\/li>\n
- Input and maintain information via the Department\u2019s electronic document tracking and reference systems,
contributing to the efficient and effective workflow and sharing of information.<\/li>\n - Provide high-level direct executive support to the CEHNW, including managing email workflow, electronic
diary management, scheduling appointments, organising meeting requirements, collation of papers, and
preparing and handling highly confidential, politically sensitive, and complex documentation and enquiries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nNote: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.<\/p>\n
Why Tasmania <\/span><\/h2>\nThe Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.<\/p>\n
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania\u2019s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.<\/p>\n
Details of appointment<\/h2>\n
Fixed term, casual, day worker position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 24 months.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Salary:<\/strong> $85,196 to $97,915 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.<\/p>\n\n- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Benefits available to eligible candidates<\/h2>\n\n- Professional development and accelerated pathways.<\/li>\n
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.<\/li>\n
- Fitness Passport \u2013 You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here<\/a><\/p>\nEligibility<\/h2>\n
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.<\/p>\n
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.<\/p>\n
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents<\/strong><\/h2>\nWe encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.<\/p>\n
Statement of Duties: <\/p>\n
\n- 528386,528945 Executive Support Officer Band 4 (Sept 2023) CSU.docx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Application Guide: <\/p>\n
\n- Applicant Guide.docx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to apply<\/h2>\n
Apply Online. Please click the \"Apply\" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.<\/strong><\/p>\nFor more information<\/strong><\/p>\nFor more information<\/h2>\n
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.<\/p>\n
Name: Rebecca Heron-Dowling
Position: Project Manager
Phone number: (03) 6493 3653
Email address: [email protected]<\/p>\n
What it is like working at the Department of Health?<\/h2>\n
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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!<\/p>\n
Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle<\/a><\/p>\nOne Health Podcast - Spotify<\/a> <\/p>\n
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03/06/2026
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- Provide a single focal point for incoming and outgoing high-level communications and documentation for Hospitals North West, contributing to the efficient and effective workflow and sharing of information across the Department of Health, Office of the Secretary, and the Minister\u2019s Office<\/li>\n
- Input and maintain information via the Department\u2019s electronic document tracking and reference systems,
contributing to the efficient and effective workflow and sharing of information.<\/li>\n - Provide high-level direct executive support to the CEHNW, including managing email workflow, electronic
diary management, scheduling appointments, organising meeting requirements, collation of papers, and
preparing and handling highly confidential, politically sensitive, and complex documentation and enquiries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nNote: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.<\/p>\n
Why Tasmania <\/span><\/h2>\n
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.<\/p>\n
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania\u2019s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.<\/p>\n
Details of appointment<\/h2>\n
Fixed term, casual, day worker position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 24 months.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Salary:<\/strong> $85,196 to $97,915 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Benefits available to eligible candidates<\/h2>\n
- \n
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.<\/li>\n
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.<\/li>\n
- Fitness Passport \u2013 You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here<\/a><\/p>\n
Eligibility<\/h2>\n
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.<\/p>\n
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.<\/p>\n
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents<\/strong><\/h2>\n
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.<\/p>\n
Statement of Duties: <\/p>\n
- \n
- 528386,528945 Executive Support Officer Band 4 (Sept 2023) CSU.docx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Application Guide: <\/p>\n
- \n
- Applicant Guide.docx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to apply<\/h2>\n
Apply Online. Please click the \"Apply\" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.<\/strong><\/p>\n
For more information<\/strong><\/p>\n
For more information<\/h2>\n
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.<\/p>\n
Name: Rebecca Heron-Dowling
Position: Project Manager
Phone number: (03) 6493 3653
Email address: [email protected]<\/p>\nWhat it is like working at the Department of Health?<\/h2>\n
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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!<\/p>\n
Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle<\/a><\/p>\n
One Health Podcast - Spotify<\/a> <\/p>\n
- Applicant Guide.docx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- 528386,528945 Executive Support Officer Band 4 (Sept 2023) CSU.docx<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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