Greater Dandenong City Council – Dandenong VIC
$82,392 - $95,116 a year
Full time, Casual/Temporary
2d ago, from Greater Dandenong City Council
Band 5 - $82,392 - $95,116 per annum (plus super)
Temporary Full Time (parental leave replacement until April 2027)
About Us
Located 35km to the southeast of Melbourne, Greater Dandenong City Council covers 129 square kilometres and has a population of over 169,000 people.
The central activities district is Melbourne\'s second largest retail and commercial centre and includes large shopping complexes at Dandenong and Keysborough as well as the highly popular Dandenong Market.
Greater Dandenong City Council is the most culturally diverse locality in Australia, with residents from over 150 different birthplaces, nearly two-thirds of whom were born overseas.
Key industries include manufacturing, health care and social assistance, retail trade, wholesale trade and transport.
We are a progressive organisation of exceptional character that offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment to approximately 900 employees.
We recognise that our staff are vital to the delivery of excellent service to our community and the achievement of our long-term vision.
We invest in the development of our people, and we strive to be a workplace that is respectful, engaged, accountable, creative and honest.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated administration Support Officer to join our Prosecutions Team. The primary responsibilities of this role include assisting with Council Prosecutions with efficiency and sensitivity.
You will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Prosecutions Team, adhering to regulations and Council policies.
Administrative support will ensure the department functions effectively.
If you are detail-orientated, customer focused and have an eye for detail, we encourage you to apply.
What you\'ll deliver:
* AssistCouncil Prosecutor with prosecutions in Court
* Assistand maintain council prosecution database
* Preparationand review of court documents
* Assistwith the recording and administration of court files.
* Attendto telephone and personal enquiries and provide sound and accurate advice to solicitors and members of the public.
About You
* Demonstrated skills and experience commensurate with the requirements of the role.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders both written and verbal
* Proven experience working in a high volume administrative role that requires effective time management and attention to detail.
* Excellent MS office skills including experience in database management,
* Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National criminal history check, working with children check
* A curious collaborative and inclusive community mindset.
If you think this role might be for you, we would love to hear from you.
Please ensure you address the key selection criteria outlined in the position description as part of your application.
The successful candidate will be asked to produce a clear Working with Children Check and will be asked to consent to a national police check (and where relevant an 'international criminal history check'), subject to the operation of spent conviction laws. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Benefits of working with us
Council believes in providing an environment where staff thrive, both in the work they do and in how they learn and develop as people and professionals.
Our workplace has an inclusive and diverse culture which encourages innovation and supports your work and life balance. There are plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and grow your career within our expanding and diverse organization.
Our benefits include
* Competitive salary
* Salary sacrifice childcare (where available)
* Flexible working options supported including hybrid work
* Access to learning & development programs including study assistance
* Reward & recognition programs
* Access to our support and wellbeing programs
* A vibrant social club
For more information about our benefits, please visit our careers page: Working with Us
Council will consider flexible working arrangements for all positions. We embrace our diverse community and encourage applications from everyone including people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander background, people of diverse sexual orientation and gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people of varied age, ability, and faith.
Council will give due consideration to any workplace adjustments to accommodate the needs of any prospective or existing staff member.
Council is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment and promoting cultural safety and wellbeing for children with zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
If you require any access or reasonable adjustment at any point throughout the recruitment process, then please do let us know by contacting the listed Hiring Manager – your experience truly matters to us.
To apply
To apply for this position please complete the online application form including:
* Respond to key selection criteria
You will be required to answer selection questions as part of the application process. The selection process also includes the requirement for reference checks.
Further information:
Rebecca Goddard,
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