Administration Assistant (Compliance)

• Ongoing Full-Time role 35 hours per week
• Location: Paterson
• Salary from $75728 to $82329 pa superannuation leave entitlements (Clerk 1/2)
• This opportunity is open to DPIRD/LLS staff only

Diversity equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds including but not limited to; gender age ethnicity race cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible welcoming and free from barriers.

About the Role

Tocal College is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Administration Officer - Compliance to join our this role you will manage monitor and maintain student applications enrolments and completion records for both full-time (online and face-to-face) and short course programs. Your work will ensure compliance with the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (Compliance Standards for NVR Registered Training Organisations 2025) and NSW Smart and Skilled guidelines supporting the Colleges commitment to high-quality education and training.

What Youll be Doing

• Maintain accurate and compliant student records and manage reporting in line with AVETMISS NVR Standards and NSW State Records Regulations.
• Prepare and issue official student documents including statements of attainment transcripts and testamurs within required timeframes.
• Assist with quality assurance processes and provide administrative support to the Senior Compliance and Quality Assurance Officer.
• Manage the Working with Children Check register and verification processes to ensure legislative compliance.
• Respond to enquiries and provide accurate information to internal and external stakeholders.

About You

You are a proactive administrator with excellent organisational and communication skills. You are confident managing complex data and enjoy delivering high-quality customer service in a busy environment. You understand the importance of compliance and accuracy in a Vocational Education and Training (VET) setting and are committed to supporting students and staff effectively.

Essential Requirements

• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC)

For a confidential discussion about this vacancy please contact:

Sandra Vodic Senior Compliance and Quality Assurance Officer onor

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Applying is easy!

Please apply via our online portal. Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience and why youre our ideal candidate.

Applications Close: Sunday 8 February 2026 11:55pm

If you require adjustments in completing your application interviewing completing any pre-employment testing require information in an alternative format or otherwise participating in the recruitment process please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

What to Expect Next

After applying:

• Youll receive a confirmation email
• Well review all applications once the ad closes
• If shortlisted you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task skills test psychometric test)
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks a national police check bankruptcy check health assessment and/or other assessments as required.
• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months.

About us together we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture forestry fishing and mining industries and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils minerals waterways and oceans vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5000 employees and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion

At DPIRD we are committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including but not limited to gender age ethnicity cultural heritage disability religion and sexual orientation.

DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer

We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate please contact or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer and Carers Employers Accreditations reflect our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.