Talent Acquisition Officer at City of Parramatta External Careers Site

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

91067.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention To Detail, Communication Skills, Recruitment Administration, HRIS, Application Tracking Systems, Candidate Experience, Problem Solving, Phone Screening, Reference Checks

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 We have a term contract opportunity up to October 2026 for a Talent Acquisition Officer to join a high-performing People & Culture team where you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional recruitment support and creating a seamless, positive experience for every candidate who joins our organisation. You will assist in managing various aspects of the recruitment process, and gain exposure to a variety of projects such as events, training, employer-brand & recruitment marketing projects. On a daily basis you will: Provide end‑to‑end administrative support across the recruitment process, with a strong focus on pre‑employment and onboarding. Coordinate recruitment activities including posting ads, scheduling interviews, preparing interview packs and supporting candidates throughout the process. Manage all compliance documentation and pre‑employment requirements, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely processing. Manage the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience from job offer to first day. Act as the first point of contact for recruitment system queries and general candidate or hiring manager enquiries. Process recruitment purchase orders, invoices and payments. Support contingent workforce recruitment and onboarding through the Comensura platform. Contribute to Talent Acquisition projects and continuous improvement initiatives. About You You're a detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills, who takes pride in delivering an exceptional candidate experience. You have a minimum of 2 years of experience in recruitment administration or a related field. The successful candidate will also bring: Certificate IV in HR, Business, or relevant administrative discipline, or equivalent experience in a similar role. Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience using HRIS/Application Tracking Systems is highly desirable. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proactive and solution-focused mindset, with the ability to identify and address challenges efficiently. Flexible and adaptable to changing workload demands Demonstrated experience in conducting phone screens and reference checks. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and advance your recruitment & talent acquisition skillset, we’d love to hear from you! What’s on offer Full time Term Contract Opportunity until October 2026. We are offering an attractive remuneration from $82,692.71 to $91,067.29 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 (2 days work from home). 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. Alternatively, should you have specific questions, please email recruitment@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au How to apply Candidates MUST apply online and provide a Resume & brief Cover Letter outlining their interest in the role and how their experience and skills align with the Position Description. Applications will close 9pm, on Sunday, 18 January 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, 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

The Talent Acquisition Officer will provide end-to-end administrative support across the recruitment process and manage onboarding for new hires. They will also coordinate recruitment activities and support various Talent Acquisition projects.