South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values-based leadership. We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community. Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep. Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture. ABOUT THE ROLEFixed Term Full Time from 17 February 2025 to 31 August 2025 Band 5 - $38.90 per hour + 11.5% superannuation Flexible and hybrid work options available Do you want to be part of the action and work with a dynamic team that plays an integral role supporting the Mayor, Councillors and CEO? We are seeking an Executive Support Officer who has a positive approach and supportive mindset with a strong attention for detail. Reporting to the Coordinator Office of the CEO, you will provide comprehensive administrative support with the key responsibilities of the role including: Executive support to the Mayor, Councillors and Office of the CEODiary management in organising meetings and appointments Processing correspondence on behalf of the Mayor Preparing the Mayor for meetings and events Event coordination Process Councillor requests Provide high level of customer service internally and externally ABOUT YOUYou’re an organised self-starter with: High level of customer service and ability to establish strong relationships both internally and externally Ability to work within competing deadlines and priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a small team. As the ideal candidate, you will bring strong organisational skills, excellent prioritisation abilities and be able to own your responsibilities. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, and exhibit proactiveness and a can-do attitude. WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US!Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements Rostered Days Off offered for full-time roles Ongoing training and professional development opportunities South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions Mentoring, coaching and secondments Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program Opportunity to purchase additional leave Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application by filling out your details in the following fields and addressing the questions below. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest! You must answer your questions in the fields below, please do not attach them in a separate document, doing so may affect the progression of your application. You will also be required to upload two documents, your resume and cover letter. Your application will be reviewed after the closing date and we will be in contact via email regarding your progress. Please ensure you check your Spam Folder. All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job. To view the Position Description for this role, please CLICK HERE. Enquiries to: Avril Piasente, Coordinator Office of the CEO on 03 5662 9200. Applications close Midnight Sunday 19 January 2025. Please Note: Interviews will be held on Friday 24th January 2025 - please ensure you are available on this date if applying. Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one. South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. If you are having any issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on 03 5662 9233 or email humanresources@southgippsland.vic.gov.au Privacy Acknowledgment I acknowledge South Gippsland Shire Council’s primary purpose of collecting personal information within this Job Application form will be used for Recruitment and Onboarding purposes (including but not limited to, referee checks, functional/medical assessments, psychometric assessments, working with children checks, entitlement to work in Australia, employment history checks, qualification checks and Australian Federal Police Checks). Failure to provide correct details may result in any offer of employment being withdrawn. All personal information provided in this form will be managed in accordance with the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014. Yes I agree to the privacy statement *
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