Administration & Project Support Officer  

Fixed Term: 2 Year Fixed Term

Reference Number: 11250

Salary Range: $54,751 - $59,505 pro-rata per annum

Location: Council Chambers, Spence Street

Closing: Wednesday 18 October 2017

Applications: Must be submitted online 

Primary Objectives of The Position:

To provide administrative support to the Strategic Planning & Approvals Branch based on established routines/methods/standards and procedures.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Certificate III or IV in Business Administration or equivalent function.
• Demonstrated high level computer skills in particular the Microsoft Office suite of programs (Word/Excel).
• Demonstrated extensive experience in business administration field, particularly in relation to Local Government.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining administrative records and registers within a strategic planning & approvals environment

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment:

As part of the selection process, the successful candidate will be required to undertake the following pre-employment assessments;

• a pre-employment medical assessment, which will include a drug & alcohol test.
• a national police/criminal history check.

We offer the following benefits:

• 19 day month
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym/swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development