Executive Assistant - Mayor and Councillors

Greater Shepparton City Council; Greater Shepparton; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Councillors. The role is full-time and permanent, based in Shepparton VIC, with a salary of $80,385.24 per year.

The successful candidate will manage the Mayor and Councillors’ calendar, coordinate events, and handle online enquiries within a politically sensitive environment. The position requires strong administrative skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work flexibly with diverse

Qualifications

• High level administration skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn new programs quickly

Responsibilities

• Manage the Mayor and Councillors’ calendar and schedule
• Coordinate events and meetings and handle organisation logistics
• Respond to online enquiries and support governance activities
• Collaborate with a range of stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-performing team

Job description

Executive Assistant - Mayor and Councillors

Greater Shepparton City Council – Shepparton VIC

1d ago , from Greater Shepparton City Council

Executive Assistant to Mayor and Councillors

Salary:$80,385.24 per annumClosing: Friday 13 November 2026Full 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.