The Position

This position is responsible for meeting the day to day administrative and customer service needs of Council’s Development Services Department. The role is required to work within established guidelines, timeframes and objectives and in accordance with Council policy, procedures and government legislation.

The Development Services Administration Officer is a diverse, multi-skilled position offering support to all Development Services functions including planning, building, plumbing and at times of leave providing support to the administration positions within the department.

The position will require adherence to our organisational values of “Working as a team with open and honest communication; we act with integrity whilst showing respect and being positive and proactive in our actions.”

Hours of Work

The Ordinary Hours of Work are between 7:00am and 7:00pm, Monday to Friday, with the office being open from 9:30am to 4:00pm.  A 40-minute lunch break applies. This position has been classified as full-time (1.0FTE).

From time-to-time additional hours or hours outside the Ordinary Hours of Work will be required and these will be dealt with in accordance with the Enterprise Agreement.

Pay

The applicable salary will depend on the qualifications, skills and experience of the successful Applicant. The position has been classified in the Administration Level 2A under the Break O’Day Council Enterprise Agreement 2018. Currently this provides for a minimum salary entry point of $66,230.78 per annum.

Council pays a superannuation contribution of 12.5% on all wages.

Person we are looking for:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong administrative and customer service skills to support our Development Services team. With at least three years of administration or customer service experience, you will excel in Microsoft Office, multitasking, and maintaining accuracy.

Your communication style is effective, will handle challenges professionally, and work well within a team environment.

Having experience in local government or regulatory working environment is a plus but not essential.

How am I employed?

Employment for this position is by the Break O’Day Council (BODC) and employment conditions are determined and described in the Break O’Day Council Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2018 as found on the BODC website, in the employment section. Specific employment conditions (pay rate and terms of employment) will be contained in individual letters of offer.

How long will the employment last?

This role is a permanent full-time position (1.0FTE).

Your contractual obligations will be set out in a letter of offer to you.

What work will I be doing?

The description of duties in the Job and Person Specification (position description) provides an understanding of the work to be done. While every effort is made to describe the specific tasks, from time-to-time other duties may be required to be undertaken.

How do we work?

At Council our values guide how we operate; we work as a team with open and honest communication; we act with integrity whilst showing respect and being positive and proactive in our actions.

The consistent goal of all Council’s work it to improve our environment and provide excellent service to the community, ratepayers, and visitors alike. We place high value on teamwork and tasks will be achieved most efficiently when everyone works toward a common goal.

When will I start work if I am employed?

Your employment will commence as soon as practicable after conclusion of the interview and pre-employment processes and in negotiation with the HR Coordinator.

What about Work Health & Safety (WHS)?

Council places high value on safety in the workplace and all interested candidates are required to demonstrate an excellent understanding of their obligations with respect to their own safety and the safety of others in and around the workplace. Council does not tolerate any behaviour or work practises that do not meet the highest standards of WHS. Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) will be provided if required. Medical examinations and drug and alcohol testing will also be required before any offers of employment are made.

Will I be provided with a uniform?

In accordance with Council Procedure # LG38 Uniforms, Administrative casual staff will be eligible for an allowance after completing six (6) months’ employment. There may be some second-hand uniform items available for use depending on any stock held. Corporate attire must always be worn when representing the Council, the only exceptions are *designated days approved by the General Manager (*applies to Council office only).

When do applications need to be submitted by?

5pm Friday 14 March 2025

To apply, you must address each of the selection criteria.

This is achieved by describing and giving specific examples how your previous work experience has allowed you to develop each of the skills and abilities required. The quality of your writing is not what we are assessing; it is your work experience as it relates to the tasks required and described.

A complete application will require:

1. Covering Letter.
2. Assessing of the selection criteria.
3. Current Resume/CV.
4. Completed Pre-Employment Health Declaration (available on the website), and a
5. Completed Application for Employment Form (available on the website)

 If you would like to enquire about the role, please contact Councils HR Coordinator on 6376 7900 or email admin@bodc.tas.gov.au

Applications must be submitted by email to admin@bodc.tas.gov.au

Please note: Elected Members (Councillors) have no influence in recruitment/employment decisions.

BODC – Employment Information Pack – Development Services Administration (Full Time)

Vacant – Job and Person Specification – Development Services Administration Officer

Pre-Employment Health Disclosure – Development Services Administration Officer