Senior Business Support Officer

Department for Child Protection
Job reference: 855354
Location: 5035 - KESWICK
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Role Status: Full-time temporary vacancy available until 30 June 2027
Remuneration: ASO3 ($74,095 - $78,694) plus 12% superannuation

Role Details:

As a Senior Business Support Officer based in Keswick, you will provide rostering assistance that is accurate and published within designated timeframes. Your comprehensive administrative support will involve exemplary verbal and written communication, as you liaise with a range of stakeholders. You will contribute to the development and implementation of departmental systems and processes that improve efficiency surrounding rostering practices. This detail-orientated role will ensure services operate smoothly in-line with government policy and procedures.

In this role, you will:

• Manage rostering that adheres to established staffing patterns and ratios
• Heighten departmental efficiency by improving rostering practices
• Provide high-quality administrative support concerning records management, staff audits and salary information systems
• Manage daily correspondence through accurate processing and communication
• Produce memos, letters and assist with research endeavours to formulate reports.

About you:

• You possess exceptional interpersonal skills when interacting with key stakeholders
• You can handle high and varied workloads to fulfill organisational deadlines
• You demonstrate proven competencies in administrative services relating to finance, human resources and records management
• You are a phenomenal team player, who can establish professional networks and uphold the confidentiality of sensitive information
• You have excellent analytical skills to pinpoint and resolve problems.

Why You’ll Love It Here - DCP Benefits That Matter:

At DCP, these are just some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• A collaborative team environment, working alongside people who are committed to best practice and making a meaningful impact
• Flexible working options with tailored arrangements to help you balance work and life
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave – additional paid time to support you and your growing family
• Recognition and Growth – we celebrate your achievements and open doors to development across DCP
• Salary Packaging – reduce your taxable income with a range of pre-tax benefits
• Health and Fitness Perks – free flu vaccination plus access to more than 1,700 gyms, fitness centres and pools across Australia through our Fitness Passport program for you and your family
• Wellbeing Support - confidential Employee Assistance Program services for you and your family. 

See our full list of benefits. 

About DCP

The Department for Child Protection (DCP) plays a key role in the protection of children, young people and their families within South Australia. The department provides support to vulnerable children and young people to be safe, strong and connected.

Special Conditions:

• You must have a current Working With Children Check
• You must have a current Australian driver’s licence (P2 or above) and a willingness to drive is essential.

For a successful application you will need to respond to all points listed under the your capabilities section of the attached role description. Please also note any special conditions that may be listed.

Want to know more?  

Contact Lisa Margrie – Business Manager for a confidential discussion 

Via tel: (08) 8293 9*** or email: ************@sa.gov.au

Our workplace reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace where everyone feels supported.

To apply for this role, please click on the apply button to be redirected to the DCP Career Portal.

Applications close: 03/09/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- DCP Job Application Guide.pdf
- Role Description - Senior Business Support Officer - ASO3.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.