Senior Administrator

Overview

A high-level administration role with responsibility for executive support and process management. Flexibility to work remotely while contributing to a progressive remote council. Attractive hourly rate of between $58.26 - $78.77 plus superannuation.

About us:

Walgett Shire Council proudly serves a diverse and unique region in the heart of outback New South Wales rich in history and natural beauty. Life in Walgett Shire offers the best of outback living—open skies, a strong sense of community, and endless opportunities to explore. For more information about Walgett please contact us.

At Walgett Shire Council we have a people-first culture. Safety, our people, and service to the community are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for passionate and committed professionals who are aligned with our core values: Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility.

About the role:

An opportunity exists for a highly skilled Senior Administrator / Executive Assistant to join our team on a casual basis for up to six months. Reporting to the Director Planning and Community, this position provides high-level administrative support to senior leadership while driving improvements in administrative processes.

The role includes managing complex diaries and correspondence, preparing professional reports and documentation, and coordinating meetings and briefings. A strong focus is placed on streamlining workflows, mapping processes, and developing professional forms and templates using tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro.

This is a role for an experienced professional who can balance executive assistance with process management and administrative leadership, ensuring efficient and effective outcomes across the Directorate.

About you:

To succeed in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in high-level executive assistance or senior administration, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proven ability to draft accurate and professional correspondence, reports, and briefing notes.

Your advanced technical skills will include proficiency in Microsoft 365 and the ability to use Adobe Acrobat Pro (or similar software) to create and maintain forms and templates. You will be highly organised, proactive, and solutions-focused, with the ability to contribute to process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.

Most importantly, you align with our values of Respect, Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Courage, Honesty, Accountability, and Responsibility, and are committed to building a positive workplace culture.

The full position description can be viewed by contacting us.

For further information or discussion about the position, contact our People and Culture Team on 02 6828 6100 during business hours.

What we offer:

- An attractive casual hourly rate of $58.26 – $78.77 per hour, including casual loading, plus superannuation
- Up to 35-hours a week with flexible remote work arrangements
- The opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team and deliver meaningful improvements in Council operations
- Employee Assistance Program available to support you and your family through all life's challenges.
- Exceptional working conditions within a family-friendly and supportive environment.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the instructions below, complete the selection criteria and attach your resume and cover letter.

A failure to answer selection criteria and to attach your resume will result in your application not being considered.

Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council's People and Culture Team via email Walgett.nsw.gov.au

Please Note: All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

Closing date for applications:

Applications close at 9.00am on Wednesday, 17 September 2025.

Applications may be reviewed as they are received. The Council reserves the right to close, withdraw or extend vacancies without prior notice.

Walgett Shire Council is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse persons, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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