* Full time fixed term until March 2027
* Justice of the Peace (Qualified) (Queensland) (highly desirable)
* Certificate IV or Diploma in Business (Administration) or Legal Services
* LGO 4 ($79,414 - $85,123 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience
Why Choose Us
Townsville City Council is the largest local government authority in Northern Australia. We are committed to creating value by growing Townsville through driving economic diversity and generating an enriching lifestyle.
Our organisation provides and maintains close to $9 billion worth of community assets including water and wastewater network and treatment plants, bridges, drainage, roads, waste management, community facilities, sporting venues and more.
We contribute to an active lifestyle for our residents and visitors through events, providing recreational facilities, protecting the natural environment and heritage, while creating a mentally and physically healthy city.
We are driving economic diversity and cultivating an enriching lifestyle, growing a city for this and future generations by building a vibrant, sustainable and innovative city.
Council's vision is for Townsville to be a connected, lifestyle driven and innovation focused city while continuing to deliver service excellence and to be led by our community to create an exciting today and future.
Our Vision:
A globally connected community driven by lifestyle and nature.
Our Purpose:
Grow Townsville
Our Values:
Safety, Excellence, Respect, Value, Enjoyment
About The Role
The primary purpose of this position is to provide a high level of administrative support across the Legal Services Section and to foster working relationships with management and other staff to work in an environment where confidentiality, responsiveness and efficiency are essential.
Accountable to the Chief Legal Officer, this position will be focused on the needs and aspirations of the Townsville community; growing and managing customer relationships, developing a culture of customer-centricity and personal accountability; and reshaping how we deliver services to maximise value.
About You
Our ideal applicant will have:
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a legal office or local government providing a high level of professional administrative support.
* The knowledge to undertake legislative research and internal and external searches including searches of the Titles Qld office.
* Justice of the Peace (Qualified) (Queensland) (highly desirable)
* Demonstrated understanding of legal procedures, Court processes and documents and terminology.
* Experience in conveyancing practices and preparation of paperwork for Titles Qld and Office of State Revenue.
* Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
* Experience dealing with a wide variety of professionals.
How To Apply
Your application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button. Please include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve success in this role. We also will require your resume and attached copies of any licences and qualifications as per the key requirements of the role.
If you wish to discuss this position further, please conta ct
For Further Information Review The Position Description.
Closing Date: 11.45pm, Tuesday 3rd February 2026
What We Offer
* 17.5% annual leave loading
* Up to 5 weeks annual leave
* Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
* 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
* Domestic and Family Violence Leave
* Natural Disaster Leave
* Up to *13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
* Salary Sacrifice opportunities
* Learning and Development opportunities
* Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership to selected gym, pool, and yoga facilities
* Employee Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local businesses
* Employee Assistance Program
* The Council contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their ordinary time earnings.
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected. People from diverse backgrounds (including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to apply
All successful candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part of the recruitment process. Please be aware Townsville City Council has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the workplace.
If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact
or phone for a confidential discussion.
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