Para Planning Officer

Job TypeFull Time

**Permanent Full Time**

**$72,632 (plus 11% super and annual pay increases)**

**Flexible working arrangements available**

**Who we are**:
At Surf Coast Shire Council, we exist to help our community and environment to thrive.

Our region boasts spectacular coastline, scenic rainforests, idyllic rural hinterland and magnificent beaches, plus the iconic Great Ocean Road. This area is one of the tourist draw cards of Australia and is among the fastest growing regional municipalities in Victoria.

Our employees enjoy a supportive and connected culture, flexible work-life balance offering hybrid flexible working options, career development and opportunities, free staff onsite parking and much more.

**Your New Career**:
Our Para Planning team plays an essential part in supporting our Surf Coast Shire customers with guidance and assistance as the first point of contact for the Statutory Planning Department.

**What you will bring to the role**:
We are now seeking an enthusiastic and organised individual to join our Para Planning team to assist in the provision of information and assistance to both Surf Coast Shire customers and internal departments on town planning issues.

Within this role, you will:

- Provide efficient administrative support to the Statutory Planning Team.
- Administer correspondence and assist with general planning enquiries with internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain relevant records and registers.
- Generate reports in relation to the performance of the Statutory Planning Team on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis as required.
- Actively participate as a supportive member of the Planning and Development Department.

**Key Selection Criteria**:
**Mandatory Qualifications and Experience**:

- Certificate lll in Business and Office Administration or relevant qualification (or greater experience in similar role).
- Demonstrated understanding of town planning issues and associated legislation.
- At least two years’ experience in customer service, administration, and/or general office administration.
- Well-developed computer skills (including Microsoft Office and records management database, preferably TRIM and Open Office).
- A current WWCC.
- Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).

**Desirable Qualifications and Experience**:

- Experience working in a Statutory Planning environment is desired.

**Working for us**:
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community.

We are committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying. We value the uniqueness of individuals and provide an environment in which all employees are able to contribute to our success.

**What you’ll love**:

- Career development and learning opportunities; we help our people grow.
- Purchase of additional annual leave
- Free onsite parking
- Leave loading
- Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program

More information on the role accountabilities, and the key selection criteria can be found in the Position Description above.

If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact **Carol Mitchell** on 5261 0600.

**How to apply**:
Applications should include a:

- cover letter
- statement addressing the selection criteria
- copy of your resume.