AddressAbout the opportunity
We're looking for a passionate Business Support Officer to join the Open Spacesand Community Facilities team. Providing essential assistance to the Works and Infrastructure directorate, your key responsibilities will include ensuring the smooth flow of administrative processes, from document management to correspondence preparation. This role demands a keen eye for detail and the ability to juggle multiple tasks efficiently. You'll be the backbone of our office, coordinating meetings, managing documents, and providing high-quality customer service.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in administrative roles, exceptional organisational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic document management systems. Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential.
To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description
Remuneration:
$59,644 - $69,016 per annum plus superannuation
Why Work for us?
You will have access to a wide range of benefits and options to help you balance your work/life commitments. These include;
- Full time 35 hours per week
- Flexible work arrangement options
- 12% superannuation
- Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Paid Parental Leave
- Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
- Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
- Free parking on-site
- Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley!
Applications Close: Thursday 11 July 2024 at 11.30pm
Who to Contact:
Natalie McCloy, Team Leader Business Support - Open Space and Community Facilities on (02) 4993 4***
How to Apply:
Please complete the application form below and provide detailed responses to the questions which relate to the criteria within the position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.
Pre-Employment Screening:
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.
About Us:
At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.
We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.
There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact ***********@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.
Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.
