Open Space & Community Facilities Admin & Projects Officer

Careers at Council; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

14% employer superannuation

Paid Parental Leave

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Study Assistance program

Corporate fitness program

Free parking on-site

Job summary

Cessnock City Council is seeking a part-time Business Support Officer for its Open Space and Community Facilities Unit. The role combines administration, customer service and project support, working with internal teams, contractors and the community to keep services running smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have a Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent experience, strong organisational and communication skills, and advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent experience, plus administrative experience.
• Strong organisational and communication skills required.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with document management systems and records management is valuable.
• Knowledge of Local Government operations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support including document preparation and records management.
• Provide customer service by responding to telephone and email enquiries and arranging cemetery appointments.
• Coordinate meetings, training, events and other unit activities.
• Assist with development applications referrals, cemetery administration, information requests and project support.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Records management

Education

Certificate III in Business Administration

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Cessnock City Council is seeking a part-time Business Support Officer for its Open Space and Community Facilities Unit. The role combines administration, customer service and project support, working with internal teams, contractors and the community to keep services running smoothly.

Ideal candidates will have a Certificate III in Business Administration or equivalent experience, strong organisational and communication skills, and advanced Microsoft Office skills.