Administration Officer - Compliance Solutions

The Dunedin City Council (DCC) takes great pride in delivering a broad range of services to the communities of this unique and fascinating city. From our roads to recycling, public libraries and pools, water supply to walking tracks, and everything in between, DCC's people are talented and committed to serving their city.

Support teams that help keep Dunedin safe, healthy, and thriving.

At Dunedin City Council, we're passionate about making life better for the people of Ōtepoti. Our Compliance Solutions teams play a vital role in protecting public health, ensuring animal welfare, and helping keep our city running smoothly. We're looking for an organised, customer-focused Administration Officer to join our team and help make that happen.

The Opportunity

This is a varied and rewarding administration role where no two days are quite the same. You'll provide essential support across our Compliance Solutions teams, helping deliver efficient, people-centred regulatory services to our community.

You'll be responsible for coordinating service requests, maintaining accurate records and business systems, supporting regulatory processes, preparing reports, and ensuring information is managed efficiently and accurately. You'll also play an important part in supporting continuous improvement initiatives and helping the team make the most of technology and modern ways of working.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality administrative support.

You'll ideally have:

• Proven administration experience with excellent organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Experience managing customer enquiries and coordinating workflows
• Confidence using Microsoft 365, databases, and business systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and legislation
• A collaborative approach and a genuine commitment to great customer service

What we offer

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Supportive team environment
• Additional long service leave after qualifying periods
• Parental leave benefits, including paid partner's leave
• Free annual flu vaccinations and eye checks every 2 years
• Check out our benefits page here for more information DCC careers | Benefits

Salary range: $60,553 - $71,239

The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.

Why Join us?

At DCC you'll be part of an organisation committed to making Dunedin one of the world's great small cities. We offer meaningful work, opportunities to develop your skills, and a supportive team environment where collaboration, wellbeing, and continuous learning are valued.

You'll work alongside a diverse range of professionals who are dedicated to delivering positive outcomes for our community, while enjoying the benefits of living and working in one of New Zealand's most vibrant and connected cities.

How to Apply

If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

You can learn more about this role by clicking on the 'apply now' button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.

Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.

If you want to be part of this exciting future, this is your chance to join a motivated, supportive team, in one of the world's great small cities.