Positions Vacant - Executive Assistant
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Southern Midlands Councils has a small team (approximately 50 FTE) of people who work with the General Manager in providing services to the Community of the Southern Midlands local government area. To provide the best value in performing the required roles and responsibilities for our Community, this team comprises the following mixture of labour engagement methods, full time employment, part time, permanent part time, casual, contract, along with resource sharing with other local authorities. From time to time vacancies do arise within the team and advertisements are placed in the Tasmanian Mercury , under Classifieds and Positions section, with position descriptions and associated documents being placed on this web site.
Full Time or Part-Time (based on a flexible hours arrangement) Position Description: Executive_Assistant_Position_Description.pdf
Applications are invited for the position of Executive Assistant which is a key role in Southern Midlands Council. This is a full time position based at the Council’s Oatlands office, although reduced hours may be negotiated under a flexible working arrangement.
The successful applicant must be customer focussed, possess excellent interpersonal skills, be highly self-motivated and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience in local government and/or at a senior Executive Assistant capacity would be desirable. Salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant based on skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications in accordance with Council’s Enterprise Agreement.
Enquiries in respect of this position should be directed to Tim Kirkwood, phone (03) 6254 5000 during normal office hours. Further information is available at www.southernmidlands.tas.gov.au under Positions Vacant – Executive Assistant.
Applications addressing the selection criteria and including details of relevant experience plus contact details for two referees should be clearly marked “Confidential – Executive Assistant” and be addressed to the General Manager, Southern Midlands Council at [email protected] or PO Box 21 Oatlands Tasmania 7120.
Applications close at 4.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 6th January 2021.
Preparing your ApplicationThe attached document will assist you in preparing an application for a position with Southern Midlands Council
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CareersA career in Local Government is for people with a desire to, work with, assist and improve their local Community. Southern Midlands Council offers an environment of challenge, growth and broad experiences that can benefit your career. More information in respect of LG careers is available from the Local Government Association of Tasmania.