Councillor Business Officer

**Hybrid working arrangements**:

- **Part-time, permanent position (22.8hrs per week)**:

- **$44.26 - $48.29 per hour + Super**

**About the role**
As Council Business Officer you will provide administrative support to the Mayor, Councillors and Coordinator Councillor Business and contribute to the efficient operation of the Councillor Secretariat and CEO's Office.
- The main responsibilities will include, but not limited to:_
- Preparing reports and agendas for Council, Assembly of Councillors and other meetings as required
- Administering the 'Councillor Request' process
- Correspondence writing
- Council Report Review
- Co-ordinating Council's citizenship, Australia Day and ANZAC Day ceremonies.
- Co-ordinating Councillor diaries including arranging appointments, events, meetings and conferences.
- Organising all Mayoral functions as well as the Mayor's attendance at other functions as required.

This role will require you to work flexible hours (including evening and weekend work) to meet Mayoral office demands, including but not limited to Citizenship Ceremonies, Council's Australia Day and ANZAC Day ceremonies. (overtime available in such circumstances).

**About you**
You will be politically astute, exercise sound judgement, and have highly developed oral and written communication skills. You will also be familiar with good governance processes and experienced in taking minutes. The key for us is that you will be motivated by a fast paced, customer focussed environment where teamwork is critical to success.
- You will also have:_
- Significant experience in a similar role and/or relevant tertiary qualification.
- Demonstrated skills in handling confidential matters and information in a professional and responsive manner.
- Proven organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- High level of efficiency in word processing and other Council IT systems, as well as an ability to learn and use other software packages.

**Important Information**

**About Glen Eira City Council**
The City of Glen Eira is located in Melbourne's south-east suburbs approximately 10 kilometres from Melbourne's central business district. It is home to more than 155,000 people and is known for its attractive parks, its diverse community and its significant Melbourne icons such as the Caulfield Cup.

Glen Eira City Council is a high performing, values based organisation that has been recognised as employer of choice over recent years. We endeavour to recruit people who share our values, are proud of the work they do, and desire to make a difference to our community.

**Benefits**
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We will offer you:

- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
- Access to paid training and participation in Council's extensive Learning and Development programs
- Reward and recognition programs
- Comprehensive leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

**How to apply**
Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.

For further information, please contact Karling Colomiere on 0435 655 791

**_ Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to:_**
- **_Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees;_**:

- **_Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations._**

**_ We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community._