Administration Officer

Support impactful community projects with high-level admin and project coordination in our Parks and Active Communities Unit—where every day makes a difference.

**About the role**:

- Provide high-level administrative and project support across a range of programs, events, and initiatives within the Parks and Active Communities Unit.
- 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's on offer**:

- a base salary ranging from $62,124 per annum with competency-based increments up to $71,178 per annum, plus 12% super
- 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
- **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.
- 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's located**:
This position is based in Murwillumbah and can be directed to work from any Council work site.

**Position closes**:
**Pre-Employment Screening**:
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:

- Background screening - verifies that the information you have provided throughout the recruitment process is true and correct.

**How To Apply**:

- Have your Resume document ready to go.

**If you'd 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.

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