Temporary Full-Time opportunity (up to six months) to commence in Penrith City Council providing secretary support for the Head of Communications and Head of City Activation, Community and Place.The opportunity:This position contributes to the effective and efficient running of the Communications and City Activation, Community and Place by providing professional and confidential support to the Head of Departments as required.The role will also require you to:Work in a team to organise, prioritise and manage the daily office administration functionsPrepare and process business and planning documents and reportsPrepare draft correspondence on behalf of the Heads of Departments as agreedCoordinate, prioritise and monitor correspondence for relevant Departments, and identify matters which require immediate attentionCompleting purchase orders for goods and services as well as credit card reconciliationWork closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders including other Council departments and government agenciesMonitor the key correspondence and Councillor requests of both departmentsEssential Criteria:Demonstrated experience in office administration and personal assistance, and in maintaining confidentialityOutstanding organisational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlinesStrong verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to work as part of a teamDemonstrated ability to provide high levels of accuracy and attention to detailDemonstrated ability to deliver quality customer service outcomesProven strong Microsoft Office skills (in particular Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, Internet and email)Desirable:A qualification in Secretarial / Office Administration / Business Management or equivalentCommencing Salary: $76,329.00 - $88,355.00 p.a.
+ 11.5% SuperannuationRecruitment process:In addition to a cover letter and resume, applicants are required to submit comprehensive responses to the selection criteria (listed above) as a part of their initial application.Applicants who do not meet the essential criteria will not be considered.Completed applications must be received by 11.55pm on the closing date.Please allow 4 weeks from the closing date for the processing of your application.You may be required to undertake background checks, as relevant to the position for which you have applied.About us:At Penrith City Council, we're passionate about people; in our community and in our workplace.
We want you to be able to be your best self and we get that work is just one part of your life, so we're here to support you in the moments that matter.As the winner of the 2020 Local Government Excellence in People and Culture Award and an Excellence Award winner in the 2020 Australian HR Awards, you can be confident in joining a workplace that offers truly outstanding benefits, including:A range of flexible work arrangements18 weeks paid maternity leaveHealth and wellbeing leave15 days personal leaveSignificant financial and leave support for undertaking further educationDiverse salary packagingAnd much, much more!Council is a Child Safe Organisation, for more information about this please see our website.Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr