Administration Officer - Talent Pool

 

The RFS Hunter Area Command is one of the largest in the state. Spanning five districts from the Central Coast to the Mid North Coast, our people support communities across coastline, bushland, and valley, with work as varied as the landscape.

We are inviting applications from experienced administrative professionals to create a Talent Pool for future ongoing, temporary, and casual opportunities across the region.

If you would love the chance to support one of the world's largest volunteer fire services, right in your own backyard - apply now.


What is a Talent Pool?
If successful, being placed in a talent pool means you have been assessed and met all the requirements of a role and can be considered for future opportunities. Talent pools are valid for a period of 18 months. Please note that placement on a Talent Pool is not a guarantee of employment. For more information on Talent Pools, visit I Work for NSW.

What's on offer?

• Potential ongoing, temporary, and casual opportunities across multiple locations
• RFS Level 2/3 (salary $76,749 to $83,435 p.a. plus 12% super, commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Two types of roles – one based at our Area Command headquarters in Cameron Park, and district-based roles embedded across five districts

Administration Officer, Hunter Area Command Office (Cameron Park)
This role sits within the People and Business function at our Area Command headquarters. You will support a broad range of functions across the Area Command, reporting to the Manager, People and Business, and working closely with the Area Commander and unit managers. It's a varied, fast-paced role for someone who thrives in a complex operational environment.

Read more in the role description here: Administration Officer Role Description


District Administration Officer (Multiple Locations)
These roles are embedded in one of our five Hunter Area districts:

• Mid Coast District (Taree)
• Lower Hunter District (Maitland)
• Lower North Coast District (Kempsey)
• Hunter Valley District (Bulga)
• Central Coast District (Charmhaven)

You will be the operational heartbeat of your district office, delivering frontline administrative support and customer service to staff, volunteers, and the public (full-time in-office attendance is required). You will take ownership of keeping the office running smoothly, thinking on your feet to problem-solve and contributing to the continuous improvement of our systems and processes.

Read more in the role description here: District Administration Officer Role Description

Both roles carry real weight during heightened and major operational activity, so we are looking for people who can stay calm, organised, and effective when the pressure is on. You will also actively contribute to a positive, inclusive workplace culture for our diverse workforce of staff, volunteers, and community members.


Looking for more information?

Why not reach out to our role expert, Liza Faraguna, People & Business Coordinator, for a confidential chat on 02 •••• •550.

 

Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a Difference!

We are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you! Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.

Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting. 

Why work for us?

• Operational/Corporate uniform available
• Attractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus more
• Free access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate family
• Salary packaging options available
• One ‘Agreed Absence’ leave day per calendar month 
• Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)
• Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and pools!
  
  

To embark on your RFS journey:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now' through the relevant advertisement on RFS Careers, and attach:

• A cover letter in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;
• A resume in PDF format, including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)
• Respond to two targeted questions within the online application process (maximum 500 words each):
  • Tell us about a time you prioritised competing deadlines. What approach did you take, and how did you communicate this?
  • Provide an example of improving a process or project. What impact did it have, and how did you evaluate its success?

 

Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.

 

Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Monday 29th June 2026.

 

Important recruitment Information

• A recruitment (talent) pool will be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.
• We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.
• If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.
• The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework). The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.

Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW below

Vacancy Reference: R26-180

This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.