OverviewWe\'re on the lookout for an enthusiastic Administration Officer to provide excellent support to our Community Laws team.
If you have a knack for organisation, love helping the community, and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this role is for you!
The Opportunity:In this role you\'ll be at the heart of our Community Laws Unit, handling everything from database management and customer service to processing permits and managing animal registrations.
It\'s a agile job where no two days are the same!
ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support, including preparation of letters, notices, and record maintenance.Assist Community Laws Officers with data input and task management.Monitor the permit and infringement processes to ensure compliance.Help process animal registrations and assist with our annual renewal process.Collect and report relevant data to help us improve and serve the community better.This is a full time, ongoing position, based in Bairnsdale.Key Selection CriteriaRelevant experience or knowledge in the provision of administrative skills and database management duties and functions.Ability to make decisions with a minimum of guidance.Excellent keyboard and computer skills and an ability to adapt to the Shire's computer software applications.Ability to manage busy workloads and to be clear about setting priorities in the context of team objectives.Ability to work in a team environment.Excellent time management and organisational skillsIf successful, you will need to undertake a police check.
You must also be legally entitled to work in Australia.What We OfferWork-life BalanceMonthly ADOs60/40 Hybrid office/WFH optionsFlexible start and finish timesExtra time off over ChristmasDiscounted memberships to our recreation centresCompetitive salariesBanded salaries with built in yearly increasesAnnual leave loading paid as a lump sum in DecemberA supportive environment17 weeks paid parental leaveAdditional special leave available for chronic health conditions and other special needsLearning and Development team to keep your skills up to date and give you the opportunity to develop your career!
Employee Assistance Program offering counselling support when you need itStaff consultative committee - management consult staff on big decisionsExcited about this role?
We\'d love to hear from you!
To apply, please include:Your resume detailing your qualifications, experience, and referees.A cover letter explaining why you\'re excited about this role.A document addressing each of the key selection criteria.Applications close at 11:59pm on 9 October 2025.For any questions or a confidential discussion, reach out to Karen MacDonald, Community Laws Coordinator, on (03) 5153 9500.East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all.
This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQA+, gender diverse people, religiously, culturally and linguistically diverse people and people of any age.East Gippsland Shire Council is committed to upholding the Child Safe Standards and has a zero tolerance for child abuse and harm.
To uphold these standards a valid working with children check is required to be held for applicable positions.
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📌 Community Laws Administration Officer
🏢 East Gippsland Shire Council
📍 Bairnsdale