About the Opportunity

Ever wondered what it's like to work at the centre of Council's leadership? This is a rare opportunity to work directly with Council's General Manager, providing qualified, proactive and highly organised executive assistance in a role that plays an important part in the effective operation of our organisation.

As Executive Assistant to the General Manager, you will anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and provide responsive, confidential support to ensure the General Manager's time is well managed and key matters are handled accurately and efficiently. With sound judgement, initiative and discretion, you will ensure key matters are progressed efficiently and reporting requirements are effectively monitored and managed.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Providing proactive executive assistance to the General Manager, including managing diaries, emails, correspondence, meetings and executive documentation.
- Coordinating and tracking executive actions, enquiries and requests through Council's systems, including TRIM, CRMS and InfoCouncil.
- Coordinating executive reporting and supporting Council's planning and reporting requirements.
- Overseeing office administration and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.
- Supervise, guide and support the Executive Assistant to the Mayor.

About you

You are a proactive and highly organised professional with strong executive support skills. You can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and provide accurate, confidential support while communicating effectively and building strong working relationships across Council.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- A diploma or higher qualification in Business, Office Management or a relevant discipline, or extensive experience in a similar role.




- Demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative and executive support to senior executives.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience using electronic document management and customer request systems.
- Demonstrated research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration

$91,219 - $104,902 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

With the opportunity to work closely with Council's General Manager, this role offers valuable executive-level experience, exposure to Council's operations and the chance to make a meaningful contribution at an organisational level.

- Full-time position 35 hours per week
- 14% employer superannuation
- My Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Concessional Christmas Leave
- Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
- Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
- Annual flu vaccination provided
- Free parking on-site

What's Next?

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume.

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made,



recommended candidates may be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 29 October at 11:30pm

Who to Contact: Demi McDonald, Talent Acquisition Specialist on

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.

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