Competitive annual salary commencing at $83,334 plus up to 13% superannuation.Great range of additional benefits, including health & wellness programs, salary sacrifice options, salary packaging arrangements and a fortnightly RDO. About the RegionGympie is at the heart of a rapidly expanding region which stretches from rural valleys in our western reaches to the Cooloola Coast. Bordering Noosa and Fraser Coast Local Government areas, we are uniquely positioned to grow whilst still retaining our country charm. Our borders with North and South Burnett, and the Somerset Local Government areas link with our rural lifestyle, where you can enjoy our picturesque smaller townships, or our abundant local history. Our local festivals such as the Gympie Music Muster are renowned both nationally and internationally. For someone seeking a high quality of life, with pristine natural areas and spectacular beaches, all within reach of Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we are offering this unique opportunity. Officer Councilor Liaison Remuneration: Annual salary commencing at $83.334, plus up to 13% superannuationClosing Date: Sunday 28 April 2024 at 11.00pm AESTNo late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered. Role OverviewGympie Regional Council has a unique opportunity for the right individual to take on a newly created position of Officer Council Liaison, within the Office of the CEO.Reporting to the Coordinator Officer of the CEO, this position will be the primary liaison between Council, the CEO and Councillors facilitating requests for information from Councillors in accordance with the Acceptable Requests guidelines.Working in such a confidential environment, your discretion will be of paramount importance in researching and preparing reports, briefing notes, correspondence and other documentation to help facilitate Councillor requests, and provide a high level of customer service to members of the public, government entities and Council employee. Essential Knowledge & Skills: Highly developed customer service skills and demonstrated ability to be professional, diplomatic, assertive, discrete, courteous and maintain confidentiality.Highly developed interpersonal skills and proven written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate and liaise confidently at all levels.Ability to work in a high pressured and confidential environment to tight deadlines.A high level of initiative and independence and the ability to establish own priorities and work with limited direction.Sound technology skills across the full suite of programs, and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology systems.Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, while supporting productive relationships with people at all levels.Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of integrity.Queensland 'C' Class driver's licence that is current and maintained. Essential Requirements: Highly developed customer service skills and demonstrated ability to be professional, diplomatic, assertive, discrete, courteous and maintain confidentiality.Highly developed interpersonal skills and proven written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate and liaise confidently at all levels.Ability to work in a high pressured and confidential environment to tight deadlines.A high level of initiative and independence and the ability to establish own priorities and work with limited direction.Sound technology skills across the full suite of programs, and the ability to learn and adapt to new technology systems.Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, while supporting productive relationships with people at all levels.Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of integrity. Candidates who can demonstrate an understanding of the role of Local Government, including an understanding of the role of Councillors, the Mayor and Deputy Mayor, will be highly regarded.Position DescriptionFor a full position description containing essential and desirable criteria, please click here. What we offer? Nine-day fortnightAccess to employee health and well-being programsFitness Passport: work out at over 25 local gyms for you and your family at a subsidised rate.Long service leave after seven years.Generous superannuation scheme of up to 13 per centAccess to salary sacrificing and salary packaging arrangements.Employee assistance program offering free confidential counselling services for employees and their families. Our Values AccountabilityCommunicationCustomer Service FocusedIntegrityTeamwork and Collaboration For a full explanation of our values please click here. You will be assessed on your understanding of these values and how you have applied values such as these in your previous employment.Our ProcessSuccessful applicants will be required to undertake various checks such as skills, qualifications, reference, medical and national police. Please note before continuing: It is advisable that you prepare your responses in a separate word or text document, saving your work as you go and that you then copy and paste this prepared information in the form before completing the application process. Please keep your responses to a maximum 300 words for each question.Applications close on Sunday 28 April 2024 at 11.00pm AEST. No late applications will be accepted. Only applications received via Council's online application system will be considered. Apply Now
