Statutory Property Officer | PSC092

at  Port Stephens Council

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re seeking an experienced Property Officer, specialised within Statutory Property, to join our growing team. This position provides a high level of professional service to Council and the community through it’s efficient management and administration of Council’s property assets in accordance with best practice and statutory compliance principles.
Reporting to the Statutory Property Manager, you will assist in the acquisition of land and management of road closures and easement matters, including the sourcing and reviewing of valuation advice.

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

• Manage the Council’s Land Register, ensuring data integrity and legislative requirements are met
• Manage road and reserve naming enquiries and matters
• Assist the Statutory Property Manager, and Senior Property Officer, in Native Title issues relating to the Crown Lands Management Act (CLM Act) including provision of direction and guidance to internal and external consultants.
• This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
• Base Salary Range: $66,924 to $78,574 pa based on 35 hours / week + 11.5% superannuation + $2,312 retention allowance
• You will be working from PSC Admininistration Building, Raymond Terrace

READY TO APPLY? HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 2 February 2025
• Contact: Michelle McNeil, Statutory Property Manager, on 4988 0283
• For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values
• We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
• We’ve partnered with the Veterans Employment Program to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.
• Port Stephens Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and supports children and young people having safe and welcoming experience in our community, accessing our facilities and in our care.
• We acknowledge the Worimi as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens. May we walk the road to tomorrow with mutual respect and admiration as we care for the beautiful land and waterways together

WE’RE ALL ABOUT PUTTING THE RIGHT PEOPLE, IN THE RIGHT ROLE! HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• A formal qualification in a property related discipline and/or substantial relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in Property/Legal/Conveyancing administration and management systems
• Demonstrated understanding of relevant legal requirements relative to the following acts/regulations:
  o Local Government Act
  o Roads Act
  o Land Valuation Act
  o Conveyancing Act
  o Crown Lands Management Act 2016
  o Crown Lands Management Regulation 2016
  o Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation Act)
  o Land Rights Act
  o Native Title Act

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

• Manage the Council’s Land Register, ensuring data integrity and legislative requirements are met
• Manage road and reserve naming enquiries and matters
• Assist the Statutory Property Manager, and Senior Property Officer, in Native Title issues relating to the Crown Lands Management Act (CLM Act) including provision of direction and guidance to internal and external consultants.
• This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
• Base Salary Range: $66,924 to $78,574 pa based on 35 hours / week + 11.5% superannuation + $2,312 retention allowance
• You will be working from PSC Admininistration Building, Raymond Terrac