Administration Officer

About the role: Support impactful community projects with high-level admin and project coordination in our Parks and Active Communities Unit—where every day makes a difference. - Provide high-level administrative and project support across a range of programs, events, and initiatives within the Parks and Active Communities Unit. - Apply strong and clear communication, analytical, and organisational skills while working independently and flexibly across tasks. - Develop in-depth knowledge of the Unit’s operations to effectively support diverse community-focused projects. - Liaise with internal teams, external stakeholders, volunteers, and the public to ensure smooth project delivery. - Use Council’s records and corporate systems to manage documents, finances, and operational reporting. What/u2019s on offer: - A base salary ranging from $62,124 per annum with competency-based increments up to $71,178 per annum, plus 12% super - A maximum-term contract up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension or permanency subject to performance, funding and operational need - 70-hour, 9-day fortnight - Training and development opportunities - Flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance - Generous employment conditions (we have too many to list - click here for more). We are seeking: - A Certificate III in Business Administration (or equivalent) and proven experience delivering high-quality administrative support. - Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and confidence using corporate information systems. - Strong written communication and attention to detail, with the ability to prepare reports, meeting documents, and maintain accurate records. - Excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and deliver outstanding customer service. - A proactive team player with strong problem-solving, time management, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. About us: - Located on the picturesque far North Coast of NSW, bordering the Gold Coast. - The Tweed is a vibrant, diverse location offering a lifestyle near the water, in a rainforest or on a farm. - Tweed Shire Council is committed to employment equity and diversity and encourages applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds in both traditional and non-traditional roles. We provide workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options. - Join an employer of choice. Professionals Australia (Local Government Engineers’ Association) has named Council the 2021 Employer of Choice for our great employment practices within NSW local government. Where it/u2019s located: This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site. Position closes: Friday 07 November 2025 at 12 noon sharp (NSW time). Late applications will not be permitted. Tweed Shire Council conducts pre-employment assessments as part of its recruitment process. Job offers are not made until screening has been completed. Tweed Shire Council uses third-party providers to undertake: - Pre-employment medical some roles require a functional (physical) assessment, and all positions are subject to drug and alcohol screening (a positive test result means the recruitment process ends and your application will not be considered). - Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct. Click here for more information . Reference Checks are undertaken by the panel. Your 2 referees should ideally be your current and most recent supervisors. Your referees are not contacted unless you’ve been interviewed and are a preferred candidate. How To Apply: You must use your own email address, and not one used previously by another person that has applied for a position with council. Once you start your online application, you cannot save and return to it later. - Have your Resume document ready to go. - Fill out all questions below. Click 'Next'. - You'll then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click 'Next'. - Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click 'Confirm' to submit your application. If you/u2019d like to COPY and PASTE question fields into a separate Word document to work on over time, please find them listed below: - Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity? Do you hold a Certificate III in Business Administration (or equivalent), and can you describe your experience providing high-quality administrative support in a professional setting? Please outline your proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and your experience using corporate information systems. Can you provide examples of documents or reports you’ve prepared that demonstrate your written communication skills and attention to detail? Describe a time when you successfully engaged with a diverse group of stakeholders. How did you ensure effective communication and customer service? How do you manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment? Share an example that highlights your problem-solving and time management skills. SK97188A Publish LI #LI-DNI Personal Details * Required field - First name * - Last name * - E-mail * Digits only or add + for international numbers - Street * - Street Cont. - City, Town or Suburb * - Postcode or Zipcode * - Country * - State, Region or Province * - LinkedIn URL (Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.) Questions Please indicate your eligibility to work in Australia. Applicants must be either an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or have unrestricted work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available. * - Australian/New Zealand Citizen - Permanent Resident - I/u2019m not eligible to work in Australia - If your answer to the previous question is an Australian Work Permit (Visa), please list the type of Visa and expiry date which gives you eligibility to work in Australia. Are you currently working at Tweed Shire Council? * - Yes - No If you answered /"Yes/" above, please choose from one of the following:[Ignore this question if not applicable] - SPINIFEX temp / labour hire (Minimum 13 weeks in the same role in the past 12 months) Have you ever served full time in the Australian Defence Force? - Yes - No Do you hold a current Drivers Licence - car? * - Yes - No - [Referees will be contacted at the interview stage. If you’ve had periods of self-employment, study or voluntary work, you should provide details of a main contractor or service user (not friends, relatives or colleagues)] 1st REFEREE DETAILS - Name: * - 1st REFEREE - Position and company: * - 2nd REFEREE DETAILS - Name: * - 2nd REFEREE - Position and company: * Do you have any specific requirements or require reasonable adjustments for the selection process or interview? - Yes, please provide details below or contact us on 02 6670 2159 - No - Adjustments required: - Why are you interested in working at Tweed Shire Council, and what excites you most about this particular opportunity? * Do you hold a Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent? - Yes - No - Yes, please provide details of the qualification/s and describe your experience providing high-quality administrative support in a professional setting - Please outline your proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and your experience using corporate information systems. - Can you provide examples of documents or reports you’ve prepared that demonstrate your written communication skills and attention to detail? - Describe a time when you successfully engaged with a diverse group of stakeholders. How did you ensure effective communication and customer service? - How do you manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment? Share an example that highlights your problem-solving and time management skills. I declare that the information provided in this application is true and correct. I understand that any offer of employment will be based on the accuracy of this application and the outcome of relevant checks. Any evidence of application fraud after appointment could be grounds for disciplinary action, dismissal, referral to the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) and referral to relevant professional associations. Your IP address (not shown) has been logged. #J-18808-Ljbffr