Executive Assistant (Place and Growth)

• Permanent Full Time | 70 hrs/fortnight
• Flexible Work Arrangements including rostered days off / compressed work weeks
• From $72,987pa + super

Join Glen Innes Severn Council and help deliver meaningful outcomes for our community. As part of a dedicated and supportive team, you’ll contribute to a region known for its friendly rural lifestyle, short commutes, affordable housing and access to major centres and coastal areas.

Why Work With Us

You’ll be part of a collaborative workplace that values professional growth and offers:

• Salary packaging options
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Corporate wellbeing programs
• Employee vaccinations & PPE
• Ongoing training and development

About the Role

The Executive Assistant (Place & Growth) provides high‑level administrative, coordination and governance support to the Director Place & Growth. You’ll ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations across the Directorate through proactive organisation, communication and stakeholder support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver professional customer service and support a collaborative team culture
• Manage calendars, meetings, travel and correspondence for the Director
• Prepare agendas, minutes, briefing materials and business papers
• Maintain records, confidentiality and compliance with Council policies
• Coordinate workshops, briefings, community engagement activities and events
• Assist with procurement, financial administration and basic budget tracking
• Support onboarding, training and administrative process improvements

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Demonstrated experience as an Executive Assistant in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and business writing skills
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Desirable

• Qualifications in Business Administration or similar
• Experience with local government systems or electronic records management
• Understanding of GIS
• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence

Interested In Applying?

• Carefully download and read the Guide to Applying for Employment, together with the position description to familiarise yourself with the role and application process
• Please upload documents in PDF or word format only
• Please note that as part of Glen Innes Severn Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks. This may include: reference checks; national criminal police check; functional/medical assessment; qualification verification; Working with Children Check and NDIS verification.
• Our recruitment notification process is primarily via system generated emails. Please ensure your email is correct before submitting an application to avoid missing crucial updates and outcomes. Email communication notifications are used for but not limited to: application received, interview booking tools, confirmation of interview, request for references/more information, delay notifications, testing/assessments (aptitude/psychometric/industry specific) and application outcomes (unsuccessful before or after interview)
• Please regularly check your 'junk mail' or ensure our email address jobs@gisc.nsw.gov.au and Pulse email no_reply@lgss.com.au is set to 'trustworthy'

Need More Information or Assistance?

Council is an EEO employer. Women, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, and members of racial, ethnic, and ethno-religious minority groups are encouraged to apply. 

Bernard Smith - General Manager

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