Payroll Support Officer and Payroll Officer Pool

PSCA, Level 2 or 3, $79,604 - $85,350 or $89,464 - $96,043 p.a. plus 12% Superannuation

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS

THIS POOL WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES BASED IN KENSINGTON

APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POOL CLOSE AT

MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 8 JULY 2026

People and Culture Directorate provides a full range of people management services to support the business objectives of the Department of Biodiversity Conservation and Attractions which includes the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, Rottnest Island Authority and Zoological Parks Authority.

The Directorate provides administrative and advisory services to all employees in relation to payroll, personnel functions (recruitment through to termination), safety and health, welfare management, workers compensation, employee relations (creation, negotiation and bargaining of employment agreements) and learning and development.

We are seeking to establish a pool of suitable candidate in the role of Payroll Support Officer (Level 2) and Payroll Officer (Level 3).

The Payroll Support Officer provides transactional payroll support to ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee salary, leave and allowance payments. The role processes payroll transactions and undertakes routine checking activities in accordance with established procedures, industrial instruments and legislation. Working under routine supervision, the position supports payroll quality outcomes by escalating discrepancies and issues in line with documented processes and contributing to consistent payroll service delivery.

The Payroll Officer provides a customer-focused, professional payroll and workforce services function with a strong emphasis on payroll accuracy, quality assurance, and legislative compliance. The role undertakes, checks and quality assures a broad range of personnel and payroll processing activities, including commencements, variations, leave, allowances, terminations, overpayments and the review of fortnightly payroll reports to ensure accurate and timely payments. Operating under limited direction, the position works collaboratively with the Payroll Reconciliation Officer and Workforce Services staff to manage overpayments, strengthen payroll governance, and maintain consistent, compliant payroll processes and controls. The role applies awards, agreements and payroll requirements and contributes to the continuous improvement of payroll quality assurance practices across the Workforce Services function.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In the role of Payroll Support Officer, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change. In the role of Payroll Officer, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Payroll Support Officer (Level 2)

Applicants should address the following three (3) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.

• Demonstrated experience in processing payroll or workforce services transactions in a computerised payroll or Human Resource Management Information System, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures, apply payroll instructions and work accurately within established timeframes in a payroll or administrative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, manage own workload and provide a responsive customer service within a high-volume processing environment.

Payroll Officer (Level 3)

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

• Demonstrated experience in undertaking payroll processing and quality assurance activities in a complex organisation, including checking payroll transactions and outcomes to ensure accuracy and compliance with industrial instruments, legislation, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated experience in applying payroll-related awards, agreements and legislative requirements (including superannuation and taxation) in the processing, checking and correction of payroll transactions.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of an integrated Human Resource Management Information System (HRMIS) to process, verify and correct payroll data, supported by sound attention to detail and recordkeeping practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team in a high-volume, deadline-driven payroll environment, including managing own workload, contributing to shared outcomes, and maintaining professional working relationships.

Note: Applicants who wish to be considered for both roles, should address both sets of selection criteria.

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.

For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website .

Benefits Of Working With Us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
• 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
• Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
• A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
• An annual National Park Entry Pass.
• Well-established learning and development programs.
• Free staff parking.

How to apply

All applications are to be submitted online. Select 'Apply for job', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide a:

for the Payroll Support Officer role, address the three (3) specified criteria in no more than two (2) pages.

for the Payroll Officer role, address the four (4) specified criteria in no more than three (3) pages.

If applying for both roles, address both sets of selection criteria.

• current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

For further job-related information: contact

Mandy Doney on (08) 9219 9392 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/ .

We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:

• A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.

For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.

Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status. To be eligible for contract employment, it is essential to have a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.

A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.

Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process, including an alternative to applying online, can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or [email protected] . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent, contract or casual, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.