Senior Councillor Support Officer at City of Parramatta External Careers Site

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

133651.15

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Support, Executive Support, Advisory Support, Project Coordination, Budget Management, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Constituent Enquiries Management, Correspondence Preparation, Report Preparation, Presentation Preparation, Confidentiality Management, Diplomacy, Tact, Strategic Alignment, Governance Practices

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable. About the role This position is responsible for providing high-level, strategic and holistic senior support to Councillors across administrative, advisory, executive and project or ward-based functions for all Council-related matters. As a senior role within Councillor Support, this position brings a strategic lens to ward-based activities and Councillor engagement, ensuring alignment with Council’s strategic objectives, Delivery Program and Operational Plan (DPOP), and good governance practices. Due to the nature of the role, flexibility for in-office attendance beyond standard Council requirements is essential, with occasional out-of-hours support required for Council meetings or events. On a daily basis you will: Provide high-level administrative, executive and advisory support to Councillors in a complex and politically sensitive environment. Assist the Coordinator Councillor Support, in the coordination and enhancement of Ward Workshops, including agenda preparation, minute-taking, project tracking, budget management, and data analysis for actionable insights. Build strong and productive partnerships within Council, with the local residential and business communities, government bodies and local organisations to contribute to the delivery of Council’s strategic outcomes. Manage and prioritise Councillor service requests, meeting requests and constituent enquiries. Prepare high-quality correspondence, reports, and presentations for Councillors, Council and Committee meetings, when required. Manage complex and politically sensitive information with confidentiality, diplomacy and tact. Ensure correspondence, advice and actions align with Council’s strategic vison, relevant legislation, policies and governance requirements. Support the Coordinator, Councillor Support in advisory functions, continuous improvement initiatives, and the delivery of Councillor induction and professional development programs. Support a culture of diversity, inclusion, and ethical behaviour within the team and across the organisation. About You Ideal candidates are highly experienced professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, politically complex and highly sensitive environment. You bring strong judgement, strategic thinking, exceptional communication skills and a collaborative, coaching-based approach to working with senior stakeholders. You will also have: A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a highly politicised and/or sensitive environment. Demonstrated experience managing complex correspondence and issues requiring multiple inputs and stakeholder perspectives. Proven experience coordinating multiple complex projects with competing priorities and tight deadlines. Highly developed analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Proven ability to build effective relationships and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including Councillors, executives, staff, government representatives and members of the public. Ability to maintain the strictest confidentiality and exercise discretion, diplomacy and sound judgement. Qualifications A degree level qualification in policy, government, business or a related discipline, or demonstrated degree equivalent experience in a highly politicised environment. Current NSW Driver’s Licence. This is your opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and transformative global city. If you’re passionate about public service and ready to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply and help shape the future of our vibrant community. What’s on offer We are offering an attractive remuneration from $121,367.67 to $133,651.15 plus 12% superannuation. In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include: A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements 14 weeks paid parental leave Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking) Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) Learning and development opportunities Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) Want to know more? Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description. Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours. Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Bronwyn Pullen on (02) 9806 5198 or email bpullen@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au. How to apply Candidates MUST apply online. Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the how you meet the requirements on the Position Description. Applications close 9pm, Friday, 1 March 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium. This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection. The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result. Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

This position provides high-level, strategic, and holistic senior support to Councillors across administrative, advisory, executive, and project functions, ensuring alignment with Council’s strategic objectives and good governance practices. Daily tasks include managing complex service requests, preparing high-quality correspondence, and building productive partnerships within Council and with external stakeholders.