AddressPermanent Full Time - 36.25 hours per week
$80,253.63 to $85,988.39 Annually + up to 12% super
RCC Officers' Level 4
A special place
At Redland City Council, you can help improve lives, while shaping your career in a truly special place. Situated on the stunning Redlands Coast, our team is creating an enriched, sustainable future for Redland City.
Here, every role matters … Together, we’re focused on serving our community. Join us so together we can improve the Redlands for today and tomorrow.
Your opportunity
As the Executive Assistant, you will provide executive administration and operational support to ensure the Executive Group Manager, Risk and Legal Services is able to effectively balance group management and Executive Leadership Team priorities. This position also undertakes research, analysis, interpretation and synthesis of business information to assist the Executive Group Manager deliver organisation priorities within timeframes and budget. This position also provides administrative support to the Risk and Legal services group as required.
You will come from an executive administrative support background, which will see you confidently using your judgement and exercising discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive issues. The role is within a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment and you will need to be self-sufficient and a self-motivator as you report to a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
To be successful in the role you will have excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills. You will be able to prioritise tasks, think outside the box and use your initiative in an autonomous environment to assist the operations of the Risk and Legal Services Team.
Guided by our Values, you will:
- Research Department and Council issues and follow up on behalf of the Executive Group Manager to inform decision making and achieve Council objectives.
- Monitor and report on Group, operational, HR, WH&S and financial performance compared to target.
- Provide high level executive and administrative support to the Executive Group Manager and support to the Risk and Legal Services Teams as required.
For full details, take a look at the Position Description.
What you’ll bring
First and foremost, you’ll need to live and breathe our Values, as they are fundamental to the way we go about our work and the relationships we build.
We would love to hear from you or someone you know who:
- Can provide confidential executive administrative support to the Executive Group Manager.
- Manages and improves processes and systems and ensures that essential records are correctly maintained and deadlines achieved.
- Enjoys researching department and Council issues and can follow up on behalf of the Executive Group Manager to inform decision making and achieve Council objectives.
Why join us
We asked our people why they choose to work at Redland City Council. They say it’s about two things: feeling connected to the Redlands Coast as a truly special place and the incredible career and development opportunities at Council.
Here, you can:
- Improve lives, for today and tomorrow. You will make an impact in our organisation through high level executive and administrative support.
- Achieve, for the community and your career. We’ll support you every step of the way and you will have a huge impact on the work we do.
- Experience variety, and grow as a result. Upskill, try new roles and broaden your horizons. Council is an amazing place to grow and diversify professionally.
- Find the right balance to bring the best you. We offer attractive benefits, ongoing support and flexible working arrangements.
Here are some more reasons for loving working with us:
- Generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and purchased leave scheme including 17.5% loading on annual leave!
- Ex-gratia day offered during the Christmas/New Year break
- Access to professional and leadership development programs and education/study assistance
- Mentoring and coaching opportunities to increase your industry knowledge and business acumen
- Diverse secondment opportunities for career development
- Reward and recognition programs
- Wellbeing programs and social club
- Access to discounts with over 400 leading retailers
Visit our careers page to learn more and read the stories of our incredible people.
Eligibility
- Successful applicants will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
- To be eligible for employment, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.
Ready to join us
Applications will only be accepted through Council’s Web Recruitment system or through OURspace for current Council employees. Hard copy and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
To be considered, applicants must submit a:
- Cover letter (one page); and
- Current resume that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of this role. Please read the Position Description and resume-based application instructions before applying for this role.
RCC utilises a merit-based recruitment process which may include various testing methods, such as psychometric testing and requesting the submission of a short video application from candidates after the advertisement closes.
Specific information on the position (200687) can be obtained by contacting Andrew Ross on (07) 3829 8***. Applications for this position close at 11:59 p.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) on 14/05/2024.
At Redland City Council, we truly value the diverse skills, experiences and perspectives of our people. We’re focused on making Council an inclusive place, where everyone belongs and brings in new skills, diverse experiences and backgrounds that enable us to serve our community better.
Applications will not be accepted from a third party.
