Parliamentary Services is seeking an Assistant Electorate Officer to support Nigel Dalton MP, providing administration, constituent support, and community engagement in the Mackay electorate. This is a temporary, part-time position working 2 days per week, with the possibility of additional days as required.

Job details

Do you have a passion for helping people, strengthening community connections, and supporting the work of Queensland's Parliament? Are you looking for a meaningful role where every day is different and where you can make a real difference in your local community?

Parliamentary Services is seeking a professional, organised, and community-minded Assistant Electorate Officer to join Nigel Dalton MP, Member for Mackay.

This role is offered on a temporary basis, working 2 days per week, with the possibility of additional days being available as required to support electorate office operations.

This position supports the Member and Electorate Officer in delivering high-quality services to constituents, engaging with local organisations, and assisting with the daily operations of a busy electorate office.

Key Objectives

• Provide high-quality administrative and support services to the Electorate Office.
• Assist constituents and community groups by responding to enquiries and helping resolve concerns.
• Support the smooth day-to-day operations of the Member's office.

Your Role

• Assist with diary management, coordinating appointments, meetings, and community events.
• Provide administrative support including correspondence, research, data entry, and record keeping.
• Respond to enquiries via phone, email, and in person, providing information and support.
• Maintain strong relationships with community organisations, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Support community engagement activities such as events, newsletters, and correspondence.
• Provide general office support including filing, supplies management, and documentation.
• Support the Electorate Officer 

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and show initiative.
• Strong literacy and computer skills, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Commitment to the Parliamentary Service values of Innovation, Learning, Integrity, Clients, and People.

How to Apply

If you are community-minded, organised, and passionate about supporting your local Member of Parliament, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your application via the SmartJobs website, including your resume and details of two professional referees. Applicants are encouraged to review the Applicant Information Package and Role Description available on SmartJobs.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Assistant Electorate Officer - Role Description - Mackay (PDF, 960KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package - Electorate Office Roles 2026 (PDF, 771KB)
  Information Package for Applicants