Job Summary
Full-time (average of 38 hours per week)
The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life.
One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations.
Providing a protected and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City's Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT.
These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.
Due to a promotion, the City has a career opportunity for an aspiring governance professional.
Key Questions
Are you passionate about integrity, detail and best practice?
Do you want to work in a dynamic change orientated environment?
Are you willing to participate, learn and be a part of an experienced leadership team?
Do you want to work in an organisation that values your contribution?
In this role you will lead a dedicated team, responsible for the coordination of agendas and minutes, statutory compliance responsibilities, civic functions, and other key City documentation including policy, local laws etc.
Responsibilities
Effectively manage a small team
Interpret legislation and statutory requirements
Conduct research and analytical work to facilitate decision making
Produce well‐constructed and informative reports pitched to a busy local government audience
Maintain strong computer literacy, particularly in the Microsoft Office suite, intranet and web‐based software
Manage time and organisational priorities effectively
Qualifications / Experience
Previous experience in Local Government is desirable,



preferably in a governance or senior administration role
High level of time management and organisational skills
Selection Criteria
Ability to understand relevant Acts and Regulations
Demonstrated ability to undertake research, problem solve complex issues, and develop clear and concise briefing notes and discussion papers with supporting recommendations
Demonstrated understanding of the Council decision making process, agendas and minutes
Highly developed skills in people management
Benefits
Salary from $111,967 to $119,224 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)
12% superannuation with the option to co‐contribute up to a further 5%
A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
Flexible working arrangements, including rostered days off and two additional paid days of absence per annum
A culture of learning with training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles, etc.
Employment Status
Permanent
EEO Statement
The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.
If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at ****** or phone ************.
We're happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, or alternate methods of applying.
Application Information
Applications must be submitted online by 4pm on Tuesday 28 July ****.
An information package, including the position description, is available on our website.
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📌 Governance Coordinator (Western Australia)
🏢 City of Rockingham
📍 Western Australia