The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown.
Duties Reporting directly to the CEO, the focus of this position is to:
Provide comprehensive administrative support to the CEO, including all secretarial functions, managing calendars, scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and handling correspondence.
Ensure that the CEO’s schedule and priorities align with the goal and objectives of the organisation.
Coordinate requests for information from internal and external stakeholders and provide a professional and customer responsive first point of contact for all enquiries.
Management of the operational administrative functions of the Executive Office, ensuring appropriate workflow, work processes and practices, training and supervision.
Preparation of correspondence and documents including letters, emails, agendas, minutes, reports, presentations and papers and ensure all relevant documents are circulated to appropriate people in a timely and meaningful manner.
Skills & Experience In order to be successful in the position, you will possess:
Certificate IV in Business Administration or similar and / or extensive experience in Executive Assistant/Secretarial/ Office management
Current Class C Driver’s License
Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)
About Shoalhaven City Council Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.
Benefits We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:
Generous Leave Entitlements
Long Service Leave After 5 Years
9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
Flexitime for Indoor Staff
Remote Working Arrangements
Fitness Passport
Novated Lease Arrangements
Discounted Private Health Insurance
Training and Development Programs
How to Apply You will be required to submit an online application by attaching your resume (please ensure you submit in Word or PDF format) and respond to questions regarding general information about you. In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
For more information on the application process, please visit how to apply on Council’s website.
At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
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Contact:Joel Vardareff – Senior Human Resources Business Partner – 04 4429 5485
Applications Close: Wednesday, 1st May 2024 (at Midnight)
Shoalhaven City Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to embracing diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
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