1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997  
ARCHIVED ISSUE Released at 11:30 AM (CANBERRA TIME) 31/07/1997   
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2291-11 Personnel Officer

Provides staffing and personnel administration services in support of an organisation's human resources policies and programs.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

  • conducts analyses to determine staffing needs
  • arranges for advertising of vacancies, interviewing and testing of applicants, and selection of staff
  • provides advice and information to management on personnel policies and procedures, staff performance and disciplinary matters
  • assists in the planning and provision of staff services, such as canteens, recreational facilities and amenities
  • maintains personnel records and associated human resource information systems
  • analyses and prepares job descriptions
  • arranges the induction of staff and provides information on conditions of service, salaries and promotional opportunities
  • may counsel employees and discuss their individual grievances, problems and difficulties
  • may assist in the development and implementation of equal opportunity, anti-discrimination and similar programs
  • may assist in the organisation of safety programs and procedures
  • may supervise personnel clerks

Specialisations:
Workforce Planning Analyst



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