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Assistant Electorate Officer (Burnett)
Bargara
Join our team and make a difference in the Burnett Office!
Job details
Position status | Permanent |
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Position type | Flexible full-time |
Occupational group | Administration |
Classification | AEO |
Workplace Location | Wide Bay |
Job ad reference | QLD/PAR_24-58 |
Closing date | 08-Sep-2024 |
Job duration | |
Contact person | Kylie Scobie |
Contact details | 07 3553 6311 Access the National Relay Service |
Do you have a passion for serving your community and making a positive impact? Do you possess outstanding communication, organisational and administrative skills? Do you aspire to work with a dynamic and dedicated team in a fast-paced environment?
Parliamentary Services is seeking an Assistant Electorate Officer to join Mr Stephen Bennett Member for Burnett in the Burnett Electorate Office located in Bargara.
- Flexible Full time (37.25 hours per week) permanent employment.
- $86,909 to $108,698 per annum plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
As an Assistant Electorate Officer, you will work closely with the Electorate Officer and Mr Bennett to support them with their Parliamentary duties and the community within the electorate of Burnett.
Your main responsibilities would be:
- Providing direct secretarial, executive and administrative support to the Member of Parliament.
- Supporting and engaging with constituents and community groups; and
- General administration of the daily operations of the electorate office.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be able to:
- Manage and maintain the Member's diary including making appointments and arrangements for meetings, events etc.
- Follow and uphold financial obligations as set by legislation and Parliamentary Service policy and procedure.
- Draft and proofread correspondence for Ministers and Constituents
- Manage social media and undertake occasional graphic design.
- Compile and publish newsletters and updates.
- Undertake research into various issues.
- Comprehensively use a range of PC software.
Other responsibilities:
- Liaising with and managing enquiries from constituents, groups and organisations who contact the electorate office for information, assistance and advice (via face-to-face, mail or electronic contact)
- Attending community events and functions with and on behalf of the Member.
- Develop, maintain and utilise networks including community referral and assistance networks, government departmental and/or ministerial office.
- Check and report any technical issues associated with items of office equipment or security equipment and assist the Parliamentary Service in annual office stocktake processes.
- Reporting security incidents, risks or threats that occur in the electorate office.
If you are passionate about making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply today!
Applicants should provide a resume, suitability statement and submit their application through the SmartJobs website.
Your Suitability Statement (no more than 2 pages) and should describe your suitability for the position and focus on the experience, skills, knowledge and abilities detailed in the selection criteria section of the position description.
Applicants are encouraged to peruse the information package and position description attached.
Further information
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Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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APPLICANT INFORMATION PACKAGE -Electorate Office Staff - November 2023. (Word, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Assistant Electorate Officer - Position Description - Burnett (PDF, 215KB)
Role Description