Our Council

Narromine Shire Council covers an area of 5264 km2 and has a population of approximately 6444 in the rural townships of Narromine, Trangie & Tomingley and the surrounding rural areas. Narromine is located 40km from the regional city of Dubbo.

The identities and values of Narromine Shire have been shaped by the culture of the Wiradjuri People, early farmers and by our strong aviation and sporting history. Today, the Shire has a significant farming-based industry that contributes nationally.

About the position

Narromine Shire Council is currently seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual for the position of Executive Assistant Planning - Fixed term 12 months.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative support for Council’s Planning Services, providing administrative assistance to the Director of Community and Economic Development when required.

The position is also responsible for ensuring all relevant planning reporting and acquittals occurs in accordance with Council and Government agencies requirements.

To be successful you will need to have:

Essential requirements

• Proven ability to work cooperatively in a sensitive and confidential environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite and other technological applications.
• Ability to work in a team environment and also able to work with minimal supervision. 
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Class `C’ Drivers Licence.
• WHS Construction Induction (White) card.

Desirable requirements

• Certificate III in Business Administration or relevant experience.
• Experience with development application tracking and management of data and document records.
• Basic knowledge and skills in statutory legislation relating to the Planning area.
• Local Government experience.

The details relating to this position are:

• The position is graded 9 within Council's salary structure
• The salary range is from $65,501 - $74,109 per annum plus superannuation. The salary step is determined by an annual competency assessment. 
• 35 hour working week applies. NSC has a flexitime system whereby you may work 37.50 hours per week to bank 2.5 hours per week to be used at a later date.
• Employment conditions are as per the Local Government (State) Award
• Narromine Shire Council promotes the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment
• Narromine Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer that encourages and promotes diversity and inclusion across our shire. People with a disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply

How to apply

Before you apply for this position, please read the position description carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position. You will be required to answer a few questions that relate to the criteria on the online application below. You will also be required to attach your current resume which should include two recent employment related referees. Please note that you cannot submit your application without attaching your resume. Council will only accept applications submitted online. Please include in your resume, evidence of qualifications that you possess. 

Please refer to the attached Position Description for the entire scope of essential and desirable criteria which all applicants must meet.

Pre-employment screening

Should you be shortlisted for interview, and are then selected to progress to the next stage following interview, you may be required to undergo the following pre-employment screening process as part of the selection process:

• A functional assessment (at Council's expense) including hearing and drug and alcohol testing
• Reference checks from your 2 work related referees
• Any other additional screening that may be relevant to the role
• Council will check the authenticity of certificates and qualification

Privacy Statement

As part of the recruitment process, Narromine Shire Council will be collecting information about you. This information is private information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act. This information will be included in the recruitment file and only accessed by members of the Recruitment Selection Panel. 

Contact and notes

Enquiries: Emma Yule (02) 6889 9999

Closing date: 5:00pm Friday 31st January 2025

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONCE YOU START TO COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION, YOU CANNOT SAVE IT AND RETURN TO IT LATER. WE WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU CREATE YOUR ANSWERS IN A SEPARATE DOCUMENT (EG WORD) AND THEN COPY YOUR ANSWERS INTO THIS PAGE WHEN YOU ARE READY. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME AND BE PREPARED WITH YOUR RESUME READY TO UPLOAD WHEN YOU COMMENCE THE PROCESS.

Good luck and we look forward to receiving your application