The role

We are seeking a motivated Administrative Support Specialist to join our Economic and Destination Development team, to support the approval of events. This role will play a crucial part in providing administrative assistance to ensure the smooth operation of the event approval process for events held on Council-owned land. The position is a job-share arrangement and requires flexibility, including occasional work outside of core business hours to attend said events. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the Economic and Destination Development team specifically the Events Attraction and Approvals team.
• Liaise with event organisers and relevant internal stakeholders
• Assist with continual improvements of the event approval process for internal and external stakeholders
• Prepare and distribute correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Coordinate logistics for events, workshops, and community engagements.
• Conduct research and compile data on events needed to support projects.

What you'll bring

•  Excellent time management and organisational skills, including demonstrated ability to program activities, follow processes, set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• TAFE Certificate or equivalent in Office Administration/Business Services or similar field.
• Knowledge of local government events approval processes (desirable). 

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Salary: $35.16 per hour + superannuation 

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Part time, 14 hours per week, (2 days) 

Closing date: Sunday 14 July 2024 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Nicki Bruce - Senior Events Attraction and Development Officer who is the hiring manager for this role. Nicki can be reached on (02) 7955 7279 or nicki.bruce@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Jess Anniwell - Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Jess can be reached on (02) 7955 7934 or at jess.anniwell@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
• Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. 

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.