Administration Support Officer - Governance

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council’s in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 21 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

The Administration Officer - Governance provides administrative support for the Governance and Property Services Unit, handling tasks related to Section 88G, complaints management, information access, tenders, and council meetings. You will also assist with other administrative duties as assigned by the Coordinators or Manager of Governance and Property Services.

Duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assist in preparing and issuing detailed correspondence on behalf of the Governance team as required for the Section 88G, Complaints Management, Access to Information and Council Meeting processes.
• Prepare agendas and minutes for Team Meetings.
• Attend tender openings and record tenders received.
• Assist with Public Information Management, including access to Council documents, GIPA requests, privacy and personal information requests and compliance with subpoenas.

*For a full list of duties, please click here for the position description.

You will have

• Current Class C Drivers Licence
• Experience in dealing with Access to Information requests
• Proven experience in Administration Assistant/Administration Support role.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft software application.
• Experience taking meeting minutes.
• Proven accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven written and comprehension skills.
• Well-developed time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to liaise with Council staff at all levels, Councillors and external customers.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $64,446 (Grade C, Step1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer

• An Attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent Full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Fletcher Lewis (Coordinator Governance) at fletcher.lewis@cbcity.nsw.gov.au 

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button below and create a login using your email address and upload a

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Thursday, 22 August 2024

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.