INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fifth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing, transport and health care. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 69,000 and is culturally rich with 17.4% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.
Administration Officer - Parks, Sport and Recreation
Salary: $74,916.40 per annum pro rata
Closing: Friday 11 September 2026
Part Time (24 hrs p/w) - Permanent
Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation Department is looking for a reliable, motivated and organised Administration Officer to join the team on a permanent part-time basis, providing support to the department in this important administrative role.
We are seeking a team-focused person who is efficient, has excellent attention to detail and is committed to providing high-quality customer service. Applicants should have strong computer skills, particularly a high level of experience using Microsoft Office programs, as well as the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
A Certificate III in Business Administration would be well regarded, although relevant experience in a similar administrative role will also be considered.
If you are well organised, enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in providing quality administrative support, we encourage you to apply.
For further information about this position, please contact Janelle Bunfield, Manager - Parks, Sport and Recreation, on 5832 9387.
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.
Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child abuse. Greater Shepparton City Council is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is at the centre of our everyday thinking and service delivery.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.
