Administration Officer

Our Queensland Goverment Council client is seeking an Administration Officer (Level 3) to provide high-level administrative and customer-focused support to Councillors. You’ll play a key role supporting elected representatives in delivering council business and responding to community and stakeholder needs.

• $41.95 – $45.19 p.h + Super
• 4 week assignment with possibility of extension
• Full time hours (Mon–Fri)
• Maroochydore, QLD 4558

This role involves:

• Providing a wide range of administrative support to Councillors to assist with their official duties
• Preparing routine correspondence and sourcing information to respond to community enquiries
• Planning and attending meetings, forums, and events, including recording and following up on outcomes
• Coordinating travel, conferences, and Councillor-related events in line with Council policies
• Supporting community engagement activities and assisting with social media monitoring and responses
• Liaising with government agencies, MPs, business representatives, and community members
• Monitoring Councillor budgets and processing reimbursement claims
• Supporting basic IT and telecommunications issue resolution
• Identifying politically sensitive matters and escalating appropriately

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and follow policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems/databases
• Flexibility to work across multiple Council locations if required (must have a current “C” Class Driver’s Licence)
• Certificate III in Business Administration (or similair) highly regarded but not required
• Understanding of Local Government processes and stakeholder engagement highly regarded
• Experience with social media management highly regarded

If this sounds like you and you’re interested in the role, please apply now – I look forward to hearing from you!