Job Task Analysis - HR Operations
Join our high performing People & Culture team at Kingston
Newly created permanent, part-time role (0.8 FTE across 4 or 5 days per week)
Hybrid working options available
$83,421 - $96,065 per annum pro rata plus superannuation
Cheltenham office
About the team
The People & Culture team plays a key role in shaping Kingston's workforce, culture and employee experience.
We are committed to delivering high-quality, people-focused services and take pride in collaborating across the organisation to create a consistent, positive, and engaging experience for all employees.
About the role
This is a newly created opportunity to support continuous improvement, innovation, and growth in the recruitment space.
As the Recruitment Support Officer, you will provide high-quality recruitment administration and coordination services across the organisation, while supporting the effective management of recruitment systems, processes, and compliance activities.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the first point of contact for employees and leaders on recruitment-related processes, policies, and systems.
Manage end-to-end recruitment administration, including providing support to hiring managers and managing recruitment activities within Council's HR systems.
Support compliance requirements and ensure adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
Prepare recruitment correspondence, documentation, and employment records in line with organisational standards.
Deliver a positive candidate and hiring manager experience through timely, professional communication and support.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and provide support for broader People & Culture projects and activities as required.
What You'll Bring
A positive,



customer-focused approach with the ability to remain calm under pressure and effectively manage challenging situations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build productive relationships across all levels of the organisation.
A proactive mindset and a passion for improving processes and delivering quality outcomes.
Well-developed problem-solving skills, with the ability to use initiative and sound judgement within established frameworks.
Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource Management or a related discipline, and/or demonstrated experience in a similar recruitment, HR administration, or coordination role.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston's values of
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make a difference ǀ
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show care and respect ǀ
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take pride in our work ǀ
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are better together
Don't meet every single requirement for this role?
At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes.
If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.
About Kingston
Kingston Council's collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.




We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment.
The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD.
We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.
Why you'll love working for us?
Yearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)
Learning and development opportunities through professional development programs
Access to accrued day off every four weeks (Full-time employees only)
Salary Packaging
Purchase leave options
Career development opportunities,
Study/development assistance
Discounted gym memberships
16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carers
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Social club events
Close to Public transport
Free Onsite parking
For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston
Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.
Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.
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