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Expression of Interest - Human Resources Professionals (Local Government)Expression of Interest - Human Resources Professionals (Local Government)

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Contract Opportunities | Councils Across Victoria

Public Sector People are currently seeking experienced HR professionals with local government backgrounds for a variety of upcoming contract roles across Victoria, metropolitan and regional councils.

We are inviting expressions of interest from individuals with demonstrated capability across operational and strategic HR functions, particularly those who can confidently support leaders, navigate employee/industrial relations, and deliver on best-practice people solutions in a public sector setting.

We Are Keen To Hear From

• Senior HR Business Partners
• HR Business Partners
• HR Advisors and Officers
• People & Culture Specialists
• Recruitment Coordinators and Talent Acquisition Officers
  
  

Key areas of demand include:

• Providing strategic and operational HR advice to managers and departments
• Coaching leaders on performance, conduct, development, and engagement
• Leading and supporting end-to-end recruitment processes, including classification and onboarding
• Managing and advising on employee and industrial relations issues
• Leading or contributing to workplace investigations and resolution processes
• Reviewing, developing and implementing HR policies, processes, and systems
• Supporting organisational development, workforce planning and change management initiatives
• Interpreting and applying local government Enterprise Agreements, Awards and legislation
  
  

Ideal candidates will have:

• Prior experience in a local council or related public sector organisation
• A sound understanding of public sector HR frameworks, industrial instruments and compliance
• Strong relationship management and coaching capabilities across diverse stakeholder groups
• The ability to operate effectively in dynamic environments and meet organisational priorities
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field
  
  

Why register with us?

Public Sector People work in partnership with councils across Victoria and have a strong pipeline of temporary and contract roles. Many of our assignments lead to extensions or ongoing opportunities.

Whether you are immediately available or simply open to your next role in local government HR, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and preferences.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeContract

Job function

• Job functionGeneral Business and Administrative
• IndustriesArchitecture and Planning, Government Administration, and Government Relations Services

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