Council Support Officer
Location: Newcastle, NSW
Employment Type: 6 month role (November 2025 to May 2026)
Are you an experienced administrator with a passion for local government? Our client is seeking a highly organised and proactive Council Support Officer to provide high-level administrative support to elected Council members and ensure the smooth coordination of Council and Committee meetings.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and distribute Council and Committee meeting agendas and minutes within set timeframes.
- Manage the electronic document management system for Council business papers, minutes, and resolutions.
- Act as the primary contact for the online business paper system, supporting users and liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
- Process service requests and reconcile expenses.
- Coordinate attendance at conferences, events, and career development activities.
- Administer the Public Voice and Public Briefing Policy, including scheduling public presentations.
- Maintain relevant web and intranet content.
- Support continuous improvement of systems and processes.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in executive or administrative support, particularly in meeting coordination and documentation.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including document formatting and data management.
- High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Tech-savvy with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
- Flexibility to work evenings and additional hours as required.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW) and meeting procedures.
- Experience in local government or similar environments.
- Skills in developing and refining administrative systems.
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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
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