Executive Assistant to 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 join our Governance Team on a full time, ongoing basis.

The role will manage the Mayor and Councillors’ calendars, coordinate events and online enquiries, and support a fast-paced, high-performing team in a politically sensitive environment. Strong administration, attention to detail and excellent communication are essential, with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

• Experience as an executive assistant in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a politically sensitive environment is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Mayor and Councillors' calendars.
• Coordinate events and organisation.
• Handle online enquiries and correspondence.
• Support governance team activities and stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Calendar management

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Executive Assistant to Mayor and Councillors

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.

Greater Shepparton City Council is a dynamic local government organisation serving more than 69,000 residents in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley, a prime agricultural region and thriving hub for families and businesses. We deliver over 100 impactful services—including maternal and child health and Council-run childcare centres; parks, sport & recreation and the Aquamoves aquatic & leisure centre.

Greater Shepparton is one of Victoria’s most culturally rich regional communities. Working here means joining an inclusive workforce that values diverse perspectives and supports every employee to thrive both personally and professionally in a community

Greater Shepparton City Council is a dynamic local government organisation serving more than 69,000 residents in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley, a prime agricultural region and thriving hub for families and businesses. We deliver over 100 impactful services—including maternal and child health and Council-run childcare centres; parks, sport & recreation and the Aquamoves aquatic & leisure centre.

Greater Shepparton is one of Victoria’s most culturally rich regional communities. Working here means joining an inclusive workforce that values diverse perspectives and supports every employee to thrive both personally and professionally in a community

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