City of Palmerston
Executive Assistant to General Manager People and Place

Posted: 04 Mar
Closes: 17 Mar

Description

  • Join the fastest-growing 'Family Friendly City' in the NT!
  • Fixed-Term 12 months (Level 4 - $79,269.75 - $83,282.34) + Super
  • Six weeks annual leave! Plus wide range of employee benefits!
About us

City of Palmerston is the Northern Territory’s youngest city and is located 20 kilometres south-east of the Northern Territory’s capital Darwin. It has a population of approx. 40,000 and is currently undergoing a significant period of infrastructure growth and development.

Our Council presents an exciting opportunity for people seeking a dynamic, progressive and fast-paced organisation. We have developed a positive workplace culture where collaboration and personal development are core components. We provide a genuine commitment to making a tangible impact on the community through a role offering both purpose and stability.

Invest in your own professional and personal growth and be a real contributor to the experience of the Palmerston community.

Our Commitment to You and Our Customers

At CoP we value

  • Teamwork
  • Commitment and Accountability
  • Sustainability and Self-Sufficient
  • Quality Resources
  • A culture of Continuous improvement

In addition to our focus on culture, values, and behaviours, we embed our Customer Service Charter in everything we do both internally and externally. The pillars of our Customer Service Charter are:

  • Make it easy for customer
  • Perform with pride
  • Listen, learn and act
  • Evaluate and improve

About the Opportunity

The Executive Assistant to the General Manager People & Place provides the General Manager and People & Place directorate with high level administrative and business support in a timely and accurate manner, enabling the efficient and effective execution of responsibilities, delivery of the Community Plan and promotion of Council’s corporate image.

The position supports the People & Place directorate to ensure the efficient and professional delivery of administration duties. This includes managing the day-to-day administration responsibilities to ensure that a high level of service is provided to all customers.

About You

To be considered for this exciting role, you must have:

  • Demonstrated high level of effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated executive administrative experience in a similar role.
  • Superior organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise conflicting deadlines.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of administrative procedures, guidelines, practices, policies and activities applicable to an office and/or local government environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and present information with high attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated high level customer service skills
  • Demonstrated proficient computer skills.
  • The ability and proven experience to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

What we can offer you:

  • A great team environment and culture
  • Generous training and professional development opportunities
  • Additional superannuation contributions matched to 2%
  • Access to wellbeing initiatives and Employee Assistance Program
  • A wide range of employment benefits including six weeks of Annual Leave

Diversity

At City of Palmerston, we embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Before City of Palmerston’s employment offer is confirmed, successful applicants are required to provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia, hold a Class C Drivers Licence, provide copies of relevant qualifications, and undergo a criminal history check. Some roles may require successful applicants to attend a medical examination, participate in a psychometric assessment, hold a Working with Children clearance and/or hold a White Card.

To view a copy of the position description and to 'Apply' please see below.

Please contact Emma Blight, Acting General Manager People & Place on 08 8935 9995 for further information.

Applications Close: Sunday, 16 March 2025