Executive Administration Officer

A career with Bega Valley Shire Council offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful and diverse work that supports the vibrant communities of the south-east corner of NSW. Nestled between rolling hills and some of the state’s most stunning beaches, this region is home to a variety of people who enjoy both rural and coastal living.

As an AR Bluett Award winning Council, we are proud of our dedicated and talented team, whose efforts make our success possible.

With a workforce of over 350, we provide essential services to our communities, including libraries, customer service, finance, children’s services, engineering, project management, road maintenance, water management, environment, parks, gardens, and town centres.

We offer a range of employment benefits to support our staff, which may include:

• Rostered days off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging

The Opportunity

We have an opportunity for a highly-organised individual to provide secretarial and administrative support to the CEO, Mayor, and Councillors to ensure the efficient operation of the CEO and Mayor’s Office.

As an Executive Administration Assistant, you will act as a point of contact for a range of enquiries relating to the CEO and Mayor’s Office. Assist with monitoring and managing the CEO and Mayor’s calendars, as well as administering and prioritising HPE and Authority-based tasks and activities relating to the CEO and Mayor’s Office.

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About You

We are seeking an individual who holds a Certificate III qualification in Business Studies, Administration, Local Government or similar equivalent qualification.

You will have the following skills and experience;

• A high level of skills relating to project management and time management.
• A high level of effective stakeholder engagement and liaison skills.
• Advanced written and verbal communication.
• High-level word processing skills (Microsoft Word).

Benefits

This is a fixed term, full-time time position for a period of twelve (12) months.

The total remuneration package for this position commences at $87,074.62 gross per annum, comprising of:

• $1,495.10 per week base salary
• $179.41 per week superannuation (calculated at 12%)

Additional benefits for this position include:

• Rostered day off scheme (nine day fortnight)
• Annual Award salary increases and performance reviews
• Salary packaging program (SmartSalary)
• Wellbeing Initiatives – Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program, Telus Health App, social club, health monitoring and annual flu vaccinations.

For further information on this position, please contact Jackie Grant - Executive Officer on [02 6499 2294](tel:02 6499 2294).

Applications close 11.59pm AEDT on 28 October 2026.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and address the advertised selection criteria demonstrating their suitability for the role.