AddressWhat we offer:
- Based at any TSIRC Division
- $63,752 - $66,976 per annum
- Full time Fixed term (12 months) with an opportunity to become permanent
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Additional TSIRC gazetted holidays
- Uniforms
About us:
Torres Strait Regional Council (TSIRC) is the largest employer in the Torres Strait serving 15 ‘outer' island communities with unique characteristics and service requirements. Beyond traditional local government services, we are deeply invested in the social, environmental, and economic development of our region. We are values driven and work as One with respect for Ailan Kastom.
About the role:
Provide administrative and managerial support to Council's Tenancy Management Department.
The Special Projects Officer will manage, implement and review housing management practices to achieve Council and Departmental Objectives within funding requirements and maintenance accurate and up to date records to ensure that Council is compliant with its responsibilities as a Housing Provider.
Key Responsibilities:
Housing Management
This role will work in collaboration with Housing Officers:
- To support the promotion of educational messages to tenants on aspects of tenancy management.
- Participate in client service visits, assist clients with maintenance requirements and associated documentation.
- Support the provision of high quality tenancy management services to tenants of region.
Ensure all Council Social Housing is being managed in accordance with the Social Housing Management Procedure.
Ensure effective occupancy is maintained for all Council Social Housing.
Undertake training to maintain and enhance your skill base and apply that training to improve performance of service delivery in the communities.
Provide regular audit of the housing register to ensure Council is compliant with its obligations as a housing provider.
Carry out day to day operational activities including maintaining information and records systems regarding rental and associated programs.
Review and action variance reports from finance to ensure that the Housing Register is up to date and accurate.
Occasional travel throughout the Torres Strait Islands is a requirement of this position.
Applying:
Candidates will need to download the Position Description and provide a written submission addressing the Capabilities, Skills and Experience by Wednesday, 10 July 2024.
If you think you meet most, but not all, of the criteria we encourage you to still put in an application or call to discuss.
People from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, who may have questions or concerns about the recruitment process or working with Council are encouraged to reach out and will be put in contact with our People and Wellbeing Team.
For more information:
Contact Ms Ella Kris, Acting Head of Community Services on 0484 586 ***.
