Executive Assistant Register

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  • Date posted

    October 15, 2026

  • Closing date

    31 December 2026

  • Location

    Canberra

  • Salary

    $80,266 - $96,022 /year

Description

Position Overview: Executive Assistant Register

The Department of the Treasury is recruiting for the position of Executive Assistant Register (APS Level 4, APS Level 5). This role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute directly to the Australian Public Service (APS) within a dynamic, high-impact public sector portfolio.

Department / Agency
Department of the Treasury
APS Classification
APS Level 4, APS Level 5
Remuneration
$80,266 – $96,022 AUD / year
Location
Canberra ACT, Melbourne VIC, Perth WA, Sydney NSW
Tenure & Opportunity
Full-Time;Part-Time (Ongoing;Non-Ongoing)
Closing Date
31 December 2026 (11:59 PM AEDT)

Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

The core responsibilities and primary duties for this position within Department of the Treasury include:

  • As an employee of Treasury, you'll have the opportunity to be part of an inclusive and diverse work environment.
  • The Executive Assistant Register has been created to support the recruitment of Executive Assistant positions across the Treasury, and will be used to fill the following roles:
  • Ongoing and Temporary Transfer opportunities under Section 26 of the Public Service Act 1999.
  • Non-Ongoing opportunities for an initial period of up to 12 months, with the option to extend to a total period of 18 months.
  • Please note this register is an expression of interest and does not guarantee an offer of employment.
  • What you'll bring to Treasury:
  • Experience as an Executive Assistant is not required. If you're proactive and willing to learn – We would like to hear from you!
  • We’re looking for Executive Assistants who enjoy working collaboratively, can manage priorities effectively, and pays attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to plan and organise work will help you succeed in this role.
  • Manage, coordinate and prioritise the workflow of the SES office to ensure priorities and deadlines are met including diary management, email and telephone enquiry handling and routine correspondence such as emails.

Mandatory Eligibility & Security Clearance

Applicants must satisfy the following statutory and organizational requirements:

  • Citizenship: Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, candidates must generally be Australian citizens to be eligible for engagement.
  • Security Clearance: The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance (Baseline, Negative Vetting 1, or Negative Vetting 2 as required by the agency).
  • Probationary Period: Employment may be subject to a probationary period, character checks, and pre-engagement screening.

Working Arrangements & Public Sector Benefits

Work Model: Flexible. Details: Flexible working arrangements can be negotiated in accordance with Treasury's Enterprise Agreement and the operational needs of the role..

Australian Public Service positions provide comprehensive Commonwealth benefits including a standard 15.4% employer superannuation contribution, attractive leave provisions, and structured career progression pathways across the Australian Public Service.

Official Application Information

This vacancy is an authentic Australian Public Service opening listed through APS Jobs for Department of the Treasury. Applications must be lodged before the official closing date: 31 December 2026 (11:59 PM AEDT).

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