Business Support Officer 5 Year Temporary Contract - Indigenous Identified Role

Rous County Council are unlike other councils. We are a multipurpose County Council. A small and unique organisation who plays a vital role across our region. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce. We are deeply connected to our communities through the environmental services of bulk water supply to approximately 100,000 people, weed biosecurity and flood mitigation infrastructure across various local council areas.

About you

You would meet the following:

You are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent.  Identifying as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and are accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

Have a positive can-do attitude, and like to part of a multi disciplinary team partnering with your colleagues and the community in the delivery of exciting projects.   

If you are looking for a diverse role, love learning new things and enjoy working independently but also in a team, then this is a role for you. Apply now to support our community and local region.

Are you an administration all-rounder who likes to liaise with internal and external stakeholders. 

You will work at times with sensitive information requiring discretion and confidentiality.  This role is diverse and dynamic. 

Interested? We would love you to join our Planning and Delivery team!

We do understand that not every candidate will meet every desired qualification or skill, so if you have a passion for administration and Business Support we would love to hear from you.

About Rous County Council

Rous County Council is situated in Lismore, the heart of the Northern Rivers with an operational footprint covering 3,000km2. As a county council, we are responsible for providing three specific functions; bulk water supply, weed biosecurity and flood mitigation.

Our value proposition to you:

• A progressive and innovative organisation which supports work/life balance
• Supportive environment for career development
• Ongoing learning and training
• Mentoring support
• Employee assistance support
• Flexible working arrangements
• Work 70 hours per fortnight over a 9-day period
• Remuneration from $1,266.00 per week (Entry Level) to - $1,481.00 per week (Skill Level 4) plus superannuation and Local Government State Award benefits

Your value proposition to us: 

• Working collaboratively and inclusively is your style
• You enjoy taking the lead in business improvement 
• You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• You are ready to thrive in a supportive team making a difference

Your average workday will be kept busy by: 

Providing administration and or Business Support.

Dealing with high volume and varied workload without compromise to attention to detail.

Providing information with both internal and external stakeholders, whilst maintaining confidentiality as required.

Format and manage large documents, with excellent attention to detail.

Proficiently use Microsoft suite of products.  

Tertiary qualification in administration or business or equivalent at Certificate III level or above or equivalent experience is preferred. 

Are you ready to catapult your career?

Click APPLY. For the selection criteria and more information about the position, view the position description. To be considered for the position, it is mandatory that you submit your resume and upload a document that answers the selection criteria.  Helpful resources to assist in answering selection criteria can be found on the Careers page or alternatively contact us via **@rous.nsw.gov.au.

Note: Location subject to change as Council prepares to relocate, by 2025, work sites to new premises at Gallans Rd, Ballina NSW 2478.

Applications close 11:59pm Friday 15 March 2024

Rous County Council is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and diversity across our workforce.