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Executive Officer

2 weeks ago

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Kingborough Council Full time $108,123 - $122,553 per year

Position: Executive Officer

Position Number: 000763

Department: Executive Services

Employment Status: Ongoing, full time

Location: Civic Centre

Kingborough Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated professional to join our team in the newly established role of Executive Officer. This pivotal position will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and provide high-level executive and governance support to both the CEO and the broader Executive Management Team.

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive and organised individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, is a lover of process and master of getting things done. The Executive Officer will play a key role in supporting strategic and operational initiatives, ensuring effective governance, and enhancing organisational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinate business planning and performance reporting across the organisation.
  • Provide strategic advice and leadership during critical projects and organisational change.
  • Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Oversee internal communication frameworks and support effective messaging.
  • Ensure compliance with governance, risk management, and legislative requirements.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Proven experience in administrative management within a complex organisation.
  • Strong business planning, policy development, and project management skills.
  • Exceptional organisational and time management skills, juggling competing priorities like a pro without dropping the details.
  • A proactive solution focused mindset, confident enough to work independently and savvy enough to collaborate when it counts.
  • Exceptional people skills and communication ability, paired with sharp judgment, polished discretion, and an unshakable sense of professionalism.
  • A commitment to upholding the values of Kingborough Council and delivering high-quality service.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being a trusted advisor, thrives creating structure and process, and is passionate about contributing to the success of a high-performing leadership team.

Further details:

The role is full time and offers a salary in the range of $108,123 - $122,553 per annum, 12.5% superannuation and a rostered day off each month. For further information about this position, contact Daniel Smee, Director Governance, Property and Recreation Services on

How to apply:

  • Before you begin, please read the Position Description available on our website, including the Key Selection Criteria. Please see our Applicant's Guide to further assist you with applying.
  • Applications must be submitted via the online form on Council's website. You can save your application as you progress.

  • Employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks, which may include the following:

  • National Police check,

  • Right to Work in Australia check,
  • Reference checks,
  • Health assessment including drug and alcohol testing,
  • Working with Vulnerable People registration.

Applications close Sunday 21 September 2025.

The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing, and prevent harm to children and young people.  Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania's Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.