Parks & Recreation Business Services Officer (Regional)

About the Opportunity 

Based at any of our regional centres  (Dalby/Chinchilla/Miles/Tara or Wandoan), you will be responsible for providing a full range of administrative support and assistance to ensure the efficient and effective functionality, with an emphasis on customer service and administration.

Reporting to the Parks and Recreation Business Services Coordinator, you will:

• provide efficient and courteous customer services to Council's customers; 
• complete procurement and purchasing tasks; and 
• assist with administration tasks for the cemeteries and camping functions. 

About yourself 

The successful applicant will be: 

• a driven, well organised self-starter with an interest in parks & recreation; 
• able to meet deadlines whilst working independently, with limited supervision; 
• highly developed computer skills including demonstrated experience with MS Office suite and electronic records management systems; and
• proven ability in producing solutions to problems and resolving issues using analytical reasoning and experience. 

The benefits working for WDRC: 

Work / life balance 

Enjoy quality time working flexible working arrangements.

Access to Corporate Health Plan 

Take care of yourself and join a health plan to improve life. 

Health & Wellbeing program and Mental Health Support 

Change your lifestyle and live better with healthy ideas. Be your best possible self with provided support and information. 

Access to free Employee Assistance Program & confidential counselling 

Reach out to someone confidentially if you are experiencing any concerns or problems. 

Salary Packaging Available 

Restructure your salary to work for you to pay for everyday living expenses such as Motor Vehicles, Superannuation, Remote Area Housing (Rent), Fuel, Gas and Electricity. 

Allowances Available (if applicable) 

Allowances such as Locality Allowance may be applicable to your position. 

Job security in a local government position 

Feel secure working for an organisation who believes in strong foundations of respect, balance, communication, teamwork, accountability and leadership.? 

Living & Working in the Western Downs: 

Experience Western Downs 

If have superior customer service skills, and are looking for a part-time administration support role, this role is for you.  TOGETHER WE MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE.  

Applications close at 5.00pm AEST on Thursday 2 May 2024.  

Additional Information 

The recruitment process may include candidates completing a pre-employment health declaration and you may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing. 

WDRC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.