Customer Services Officer - Fixed Term at Napier City Council

Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

70300.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Microsoft Office, Digital Systems, Problem Solving, Accuracy, Prioritization, Positive Attitude, Proactive, Solutions Focused, Guidance, Support, Process Improvement, Time Management, Community Engagement

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Join Napier City Council as a Customer Services Officer and become the friendly face our community relies on. As the first point of contact for residents, ratepayers, and visitors, you’ll provide professional, accurate, and timely support across enquiries, applications, bookings, payments, and complaints. Your ability to guide customers through Council processes, connect them with the right people, and resolve issues will help ensure every interaction is a positive one. If you’re passionate about people, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in delivering excellent service, this role offers a rewarding way to make a difference in your community. This is a 9 month fixed term opportunity to cover an internal secondment. Te Āheinga - The Opportunity Deliver approachable, professional, and efficient frontline service to every customer. Accurately and promptly process applications, registrations, bookings, and payments. Respond to service requests, ensuring information and systems are kept current and reliable. Offer clear, helpful guidance to customers navigating Council services and direct them to the right support. Play an active part in improving systems and processes to enhance the customer experience. He kōrero mōhou - About You Extensive customer service experience, with confidence handling a wide range of enquiries and situations. Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and a warm, professional manner. Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using digital systems, databases, and administrative tools. Calm under pressure, with the ability to juggle priorities and maintain accuracy in a busy environment. Positive, proactive, and solutions-focused, with genuine enthusiasm for helping people and improving how services are delivered. Ngā painga mōhou - What we Offer Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy Retailer Discounts + Study assistance Employee Assistance Program (OCP) Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club Free flu vaccinations (annual) Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka Te Reo Māori language classes This is a fixed-term, nine month opportunity working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. You will be based in our Customer Service Centre on Hastings St in Napier. The annual salary package for this role is $59,700-$70,300 (including KiwiSaver), with the final offer depending on your skills and experience. Applications for these roles close on 11 December 2025. We will endeavour to interview promising candidates as we receive your applications and may close the role when we have found the right person. Please do not delay in applying. He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help! Our success is grounded in strong partnerships with Mana Whenua and Iwi, supported by our Māori Partnerships team, Te Waka Rangapū, which builds cultural capability through education and training. Before you join, you’ll need to complete pre-employment checks (including drug testing, with some roles requiring health screening). As an NCC employee, you may also be called on to support Civil Defence emergencies when our community needs us most. Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description Job Description – Customer Services Officer

Responsibilities

Provide professional and timely support to residents, ratepayers, and visitors. Guide customers through Council processes and resolve issues to ensure positive interactions.