Receptionist/Admin Assistant, Kununurra (part-time)

• Part Time Fixed Term, 12-month contract with possibility of extension - 37.5 hours per fortnight

• Salary based on experience, part-time salary $35,048 to $46,137 per annum ($70,097 to $92,274 pa Full Time Equivalent) plus superannuation

• Attractive employee benefits including salary packaging

• Generous leave provisions of 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading (pro rata)

• 2 weeks additional paid leave for end of year closure

• Access to additional paid leave for health and well-being

• If eligible District allowance payable

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

About the role

We have an excellent opportunity for an administration professional to join our team at the Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australia (ALSWA).

As the Receptionist/Admin Assistant, you will need to have highly developed communication skills, be well organised, self-motivated, have a demonstrated ability to ensure the smooth operation of reception and above all, be punctual and committed to the role.

Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, society and the issues affecting Aboriginal people is required.

As the successful applicant your duties will include:

• Answer incoming telephone calls and obtain adequate information to re-direct calls to appropriate person.

• Receive clients and general public and ascertain details in relation to their attendance in order to direct them to the appropriate unit.

• Attend to incoming materials including recording the details in appropriate databases and advise relevant staff of their receipt.

• Maintain journals of incoming documents and videos.

• Arrange for urgent documents to be collected and delivered by courier services when required.

• Data entry when required.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

About you

To be considered for interview you will need to demonstrate the following experience:

• Experience in receptionist duties and file management is preferable.

• Ability to deal with clients in a sensitive and professional manner

• Ability and commitment to working independently or as part of a team.

• Good communications skills, both written and verbal.

• Experience in the use of Microsoft Windows applications.

• Organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

About our benefits

We have a friendly, caring and diverse work environment. We offer attractive employment benefits including salary packaging (making part of your salary tax-free), free counselling services to employees and immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development. 

We also provide 5 weeks annual leave per year plus leave loading, 2 weeks additional paid leave for end of year closure, and access to additional paid leave for health and well-being.

About us

ALSWA is a not-for-profit independent government funded organisation working to provide high-quality legal representation, supports and assistance to the Aboriginal community in WA. 

Our aim is to deliver a quality legal service and education which contributes to participation, empowerment and recognition to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout WA.

ALSWA has 11 offices across regional WA and practices in the areas of criminal, civil, human rights and family law, as well as law reform, community legal education, and several programs.

We live our values of caring, sharing and respect.

How to apply

To submit your application, please click the ‘Apply’ button or alternatively send your application to ••••@als.org.au  Your application must include a cover letter outlining what strengths you could bring to the role and your resume. Selection criteria is not required. Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

If you wish to discuss this opportunity in further detail please contact Human Resources on (08) •••• •666 or email ••••@als.org.au. All applications will be treated in confidence.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:   Tuesday 15 September 2026

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are seeking to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees. ALSWA strongly encourages applications from Indigenous Australians. We also encourage applications from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with a disability. We provide an environment that values diversity and supports all staff to reach their full potential.