Executive Assistant - Mayor and Councillors

Greater-Shepparton-City-Council; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Councillors. The role manages the Mayor and Councillors' calendar, coordinates events, responds to online enquiries, and supports governance processes in a fast-paced team environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate high-level administrative skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders in a politically sensitive setting.

Job description

Executive Assistant - Mayor and Councillors - Vacancy Details

INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fifth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing, transport and health care. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 69,000 and is culturally rich with 17.4% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

Executive Assistant to Mayor and Councillors

Salary: $80,385.24 per annum Closing: Friday 13 November 2026 Full time - Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to join our Governance Team on a full time, ongoing basis.

The successful applicant will have attention to detail, excellent communication skills and will enjoy working as part of a fast paced, high performing team. A high-level of administration skills, confidence in the use of the Microsoft suite and the capacity to learn new programs and processes is essential.

This position is responsible for the management of the Mayor and Councillors calendar, event management and organisation, online enquiries, and so much more. To be successful in this role, you will have experience working in a politically sensitive environment, with excellent organisation and time management skills. You will have the ability to work efficiently and flexibly with a range of stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.

For further information about this position, please contact Lisa Crozier, Team Leader - Governance, on 5832 5206.

Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.

We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.

Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.

Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.