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Form of work Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney’s new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.
Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.
Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Council are looking for a passionate and motivated person to join our Executive Support team in this new and exciting role. Providing a full range of administrative support to the Director Community and Culture, you will be responsible for the preparation of correspondence, reports and presentations, along with providing timely and effective diary management.
The successful applicant will require:
Relevant qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in an administrative support position with particular emphasis on supporting a senior manager or executive level role and dealing with confidential and/or sensitive information
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
High-level computer skills in Microsoft Office
Ability to work on multiple tasks, identify priorities, meet deadlines and manage projects efficiently and effectively
Previous experience in meeting procedures and processes
Ability to handle challenges and utilise problem solving skills
Ability and willingness to work flexibly in a team environment
Strong organisational and judgement skills, with the capacity to successfully manage competing priorities
Excellent diplomacy/public relations skills.
Download the position description here for more information.
Position information: This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 70 hour fortnight, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement.
This role is predominantly located at Council's Merrylands office, with occasional travel required across Council worksites, and may be required to work across any of Council’s work locations.
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
Grade 11 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $1,584.79 to $1,822.51 per week, plus 10.5% superannuation
The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities
Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
Leave entitlements including annual leave, 15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
Free access to Council owned swimming pools
Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT US
Council is committed to providing an accessible, safe and inclusive workplace for all. If you require additional support or any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know during the application process.
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position. This may include criminal record checks, qualification and licence checks, and proof of the right to work in Australia (please refer to the position description for the specific qualifications and requirements for this role). Copies of sighted documents will be kept by Council for its records as proof of verification.
Council's COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure has been designed and adopted to protect the health and safety of our people, our customers and the community. It is a condition of employment that all applicants produce evidence of their vaccination status as part of the employment screening process.
Enquiries: Telephone Nicole Byrn on 8757 9481 for further information.
Closing date: 11:30pm, Tuesday 14 February 2023
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. On the following page you'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed. You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
