Administration and Events Officer

Department of Tourism and Hospitality

Agency Department of Tourism Hospitality Work unit Alice Springs Desert Park

Job title Administration and Events Officer Designation Administrative Officer 4 - RDO

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing commencing 20/07/2026

Salary $77,344 - $88,179 Location Alice Springs

Position number 15541 RTF 349130 Closing 14/06/2026

Contact officer Tarneyl Sylvester at ***email_hidden***

About the agency www.alicespringsdesertpark.com.au

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Provide a high level of visitor, administrative services to support the operations of the Alice Springs Desert Park as a major

tourism and conservation facility.

1. Provide accurate and efficient administrative, venue hire and Entry station services to the park.

2. Manage the daily operation of Desert Park systems including group bookings and venue hire and generic email account.

3. Develop event signage for venue spaces and events.

4. Coordinate development of daily events program and implement the park’s calendar of events requirements.

5. Manage the digital interactive map application, ensuring content is accurate and up to date.

6. Undertake Duty Officer role as required.

1. Proven ability to provide high quality administrative, reception and visitor services.

2. Well-developed Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with all stakeholders.

3. Understanding of requirements of event development and management.

4. High level of adaptability and flexibility including the ability to work to timelines.

5. Computer literacy and sound knowledge of administrative procedures in a business environment.

6. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to maintain sensitivity, discretion and confidentiality and to liaise

effectively with all levels of staff, clients, service providers and partners.

7. Proven ability to work independently and prioritise activities to meet agreed objectives and deadlines.

8. Proven ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.

This position involves shift work over a seven-day roster