Executive Officer

• Permanent Full-time (75hrs fortnight)
• Flexible work arrangement | 9-day fortnight
• High-level executive support role at the heart of City leadership

Are you an experienced executive support professional with a passion for excellence, discretion, and strategic thinking? The City of Kalamunda is seeking a highly organised and proactive Executive Officer to provide administrative and governance support to the Chief Executive Officer, Mayor, and Councillors.

About the City of Kalamunda

The City of Kalamunda is a local authority with a population of 60,000 located approximately a 35-minute drive from the Perth CBD. The City provides the opportunity to work in a diverse environment from rural, natural bushland to highly developed residential, commercial and industrial areas.

A City in Transformation

The City of Kalamunda is undergoing an exciting evolution. With a renewed vision and a commitment to doing things differently, we're creating an environment where bold ideas, fresh thinking, and collaboration are not just welcomed—but expected. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something bigger than a job title: to help shape an organisation that's reimagining how local government works, delivers, and connects. If you're ready to bring your expertise into a place that's transforming with purpose, we want you on this journey.

About this Opportunity

As the Executive Officer within the Office of the CEO, you will deliver high-level administrative, secretarial, and governance support. You will play a central role in the smooth operation of executive leadership functions, including:

• Managing the CEO's diary, communications, and enquiries
• Providing executive support to the Mayor and Councillors
• Preparing agendas and minutes for Executive Management Team and Council meetings
• Maintaining governance systems, registers and documentation
• Supporting multiskilling and professional development across the City's Executive Assistant cohort
• Delivering services in line with the City's core values: Service, Professionalism, and Quality

About You

You will bring:

• Excellent written communication and attention to detail
• Strong initiative and sound judgment when handling confidential matters
• The ability to work independently in a high-pressure, political environment
• Professional presentation, discretion, and diplomacy
• Flexibility to work after hours on a regular basis
• Experience in an executive support role (desirable)
• Local government experience (desirable)

Selection Criteria

1. Excellent written communication skills
2. Strong ability to work autonomously
3. High attention to detail and accuracy
4. Demonstrated initiative and logical problem-solving skills
5. Experience managing sensitive information discreetly and professionally

Please refer to the Position Description for more information on the key result areas and selection criteria.

Hours of Work

This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, 75 hours per fortnight.

About the Benefits

The salary range for this position is $98,453 - $104,458 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) plus superannuation. Other inclusions are annual increments, annual salary increases, a generous superannuation co-contribution scheme and 22 days annual leave which attracts 17.5% loading. We also offer flexible work arrangements or the option for a rostered day off fortnightly or monthly.

How to Apply

Refer to the Career Opportunities section at for the position description.

Submit your application consisting of a covering letter providing your responses to the selection criteria and a current resume through Seek. Your application and other supporting documents can be submitted through Seek - attaching a maximum of TWO separate documents in PDF version.

For any further queries about the role, please contact People & Culture on

Applications close 5pm, Wednesday 09 July 2025.

The City of Kalamunda reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date.

Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

The City of Kalamunda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people and want to build a workforce as diverse as the community we serve. We aim to have a work environment where everyone feels included and everyone can realise their full potential.