Wagga Wagga City Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Director Planning & Regulatory Services.
This is an exciting opportunity for an organised professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient operation of the Directorate by providing confidential executive support, coordinating governance processes and building positive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
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Commencing salary at $3,059.14 gross per fortnight with the opportunity to progress to $3,670.97 gross per fortnight + superannuation.
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Access to Council’s Flexible Working Hours Agreement.
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Contribute to meaningful outcomes for the community.
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Ongoing training and development opportunities.
Your new role:
As the Executive Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering professional executive and administrative support that enables the Director and Directorate to achieve strategic and operational objectives.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Managing a complex calendar, correspondence and workflow.
- Preparing reports, presentations, briefing papers and other high-quality documentation.
- Coordinating Council reports, business papers and governance deadlines.
- Organising meetings, workshops and events, including agendas and minutes.
- Supporting financial and administrative processes such as travel arrangements and reconciliations.
- Providing exceptional customer service while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Assisting with projects and mentoring business support staff as required.
What you will need to succeed:
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Relevant qualifications in business administration
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Experience in an Executive Assistant or senior administrative support role.
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Exceptional organisational and coordination skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Advanced Microsoft Office skills and confidence working across a range of business systems.
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A high level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders.
What is next?
Applications close Sunday, 19 July 2026at 11.59pm AEST with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday, 27 July 2026.
If you are interested in this role and would like more information, please contact Julie Costa, Director Planning & Regulatory Services on 0409 045 152.
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position.
All selected candidates for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit.
For more information and to apply, please visithttps://wagga.pulsesoftware.com/Pulse/jobs
As part of the recruitment process, pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position including a functional health assessment to ensure candidates can meet the inherent physical requirements of the role.
https://wagga.nsw.gov.au/the-council/careers/why-work-in-wagga
Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages.
