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Executive Assistant to General Manager
- Department: Executive Services
- Reports to: General Manager
- Grade: 11
- Salary Range: $1,171.00 to $1,336.35
At Warrumbungle Shire Council we offer a broad variety of jobs with a range of benefits and career development opportunities within Local Government. Our scenic location, amongst friendly country communities, provides an ideal setting for those looking to balance a country lifestyle and career.
The guiding principles of honesty, integrity, fairness and compassion form the spirit of the team along with respect, transparency, passion, trust and opportunity is how Warrumbungle Shire Council strengthens its working environment to deliver on the aspirations of our community. We are an EEO Employer with a commitment to our staff and our vision is Excellence in Local Government.
Please click here to view the position description.
Purpose of the Position
The general purpose of the position is to act as a conduit between the General Manager, Mayor and Councillors; provide information to Directors and heads of departments; ensure all secretariat functions are provided to the General Manager and Directors; undertake special projects as requested.
Essential Requirements
- Commitment to Council’s Mission, Values and Code of Conduct.
- Understanding of work health and safety (WHS) in the workplace and commitment to a positive contribution to WHS in the workplace and compliance with Council and legislative requirements.
- Certificate IV Business Administration or equivalent relevant qualification.
- Minimum of four years post qualification experience in a relevant area.
- High level skill in word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets and database software.
- High level skills in verbal and written communications including experience in report writing.
- Expert knowledge and experience in development and implementation of standards, controls and procedures.
- High level management skills including personal time management and organisation; leading, supervising, motivating, counselling, coaching and developing staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to high level quality customer services principles and practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and Work Health and Safety legislation and practices.
- Demonstrated high level confidential probity
- Demonstrated experience in report writing
- Class C Driver’s Licence.
Desirable Requirements
- Diploma in Business or equivalent relevant qualification
- Knowledge of relevant Local Government and other legislation.
- Demonstrated high level skills in strategic planning and resource management.
- Ability to undertake special projects
- Paralegal experience
Applicants should note that criminal history checks and pre-employment medicals (including alcohol and drug testing) are conditions of employment.
Applications close at 5.00 pm Sunday 16 June 2019.
For enquiries, please contact Organisation Development on 6849 2000.
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