Mildura Rural City Council

Administration Officer Human Resources

Administration Officer Human Resources
People Branch
Part Time Position
Job Number: R2563
Applications Close: 4pm Thursday 2 January 2024

Are you an organised and proactive professional with a passion for supporting people and processes? We’re looking for a Human Resources Administration Officer to play a vital role in delivering high-quality administrative support and guidance to our team and stakeholders.

This position will require the successful applicant to work 16 hours per week across three days.

About the Opportunity

• Providing efficient, competent, and confidential administrative support to the Human Resources team.
• Actively assist with Human Resources processes and policies, offering guidance to internal departments, external organisations, and the public.

What you will bring
Ideally the successful applicant will have the following:

• Relevant post-secondary qualification / certificate or minimum three years’ experience in an administration role.
• Proven ability to deliver high-level customer service with demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High level written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently in person and over the phone.
• Sound working knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office applications and experience maintaining an electronic record keeping system.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and contribute to a team environment while managing own time effectively.
• Hold a current satisfactory Police Check or willing to obtain one prior to employment.

Salary and Conditions
The position is classified within Band 4 of Council’s Current Enterprise Agreement ranging from $35.73 to $38.20 per hour plus statutory superannuation.

Benefits
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support a move to the region
• Monthly Accrued Day Off (available to full-time employees)
• Financial recognition upon successful annual performance review, including either progression through banding structure or end-of-band bonus payment.
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families: 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave or 32 weeks at Half Pay
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Initiatives: Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au
About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres.

Only a short flight from three capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Submit your application

By email to: humanresources@mildura.vic.gov.au
All emailed applications will be acknowledged.

In person to: Mildura Rural City Council, 108 Madden Avenue, Mildura

By mail to:

Chief Executive Officer
Mildura Rural City Council
PO Box 105
MILDURA VIC 3502

More information
Call Human Resources on (03) 5018 8197
Email humanresources@mildura.vic.gov.au