Clerical Officer

Job No:

- **BC2399**
- Location:

- **Blacktown, NSW**
- Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, half-way between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 403,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

**About the opportunity**

We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and experienced professional to join our Civil Asset Maintenance team. You will have a strong customer service ethic, along with the drive and commitment to work within a large and diverse organisation in the provision of high-level administrative support. This is a demanding and challenging role which aids the Civil Asset Maintenance Section to achieve the objectives of the section and organisation.
You will be responsible for responding to customer enquiries, preparing correspondence and minutes of meetings, along with the provision of administrative support services to the Civil Asset Maintenance team.

**Qualifications and experience**

**Essential**:

- School Certificate or equivalent
- A minimum of 12 months of relevant work experience.

**Desirable**:

- Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent.

**Remuneration and benefits**

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Entry level for this position starts at $1,175.30 per week
- 35-hour working week
- Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
- Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 10.5% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, and gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

**Our commitment to safety**

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

Please note being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 is a requirement prior to commencement and throughout ongoing employment with Blacktown City Council.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.
- Have your resume and any other relevant documentation ready to attach.

Best of luck.

**Closing Date: Friday 10 February 2023, 11.30 pm**

**Contact Officer: Rose Archer on 9839 6367**

**INTERNAL REF: BCC1692