Package: $83,101- $91,728 + 12% Super (Grade 8 of the SMRC Salary System 2026-2027)
Position Description: Executive Assistant to Director
Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday, 19th July 2026
About The Region: The Snowy Monaro region is a unique and culturally diverse region of south-east NSW. From our history of the Snowy Hydro Scheme, our proud agricultural industry and popular ski resorts, we are a region that has a lot to offer. With fantastic lifestyle choices, whether you are an adventure seeker or prefer the finer things in life, we really can offer it all, and all within close proximity to our nation’s capital Canberra. The Snowy Mountains region is packed with year-round experiences with so much more than snow sports and alpine walks. Glorious wildflowers blanket the alpine landscape of Kosciuszko National Park during summer, and if you love adventure sports there's rock climbing, kayaking, caving, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, and 4WD touring activities to get your heart racing. Explore the famous Snowy River and go skiing or snowboarding on the slopes of Perisher and Thredbo - or camp under the stars at some of the most picturesque campgrounds in NSW. You'll never forget the rugged alpine scenery of Australia's largest national park. Snowy Monaro Regional Council employs over 380 staff from all walks of life and working with us will give you the opportunity to enjoy our beautiful surrounds, progress your career and make a difference in our local community.
About the Role:
This position is initially offered as a 12-month contract. While there is an intention for the role to become permanent, any ongoing appointment will be subject to organisational requirements and the relevant provisions of Local Government legislation.
- Act as the primary point of contact and analyse, assess and prioritise requests and initiate action, to facilitate optimal use of Director’s time and expertise.
- Prepare, coordinate and review executive level communication including presentations, briefing notes and correspondence to respond to issues and inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
- Research, collate and coordinate reports, advice and briefings to support informed decision making and planning.
- Manage complex diary appointments, arrange meetings, response to invitations and correspondence, coordinate travel arrangements and schedule and support meetings to facilitate the effective management of the Director.
- Support the wider executive support services team to deliver executive, secretarial and administrative services for the Executive Leadership Team.
- Promote information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision-making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
- Contribute to the performance of Council: demonstrate professional conduct, make the best use of knowledge, experience and skills and be accountable for own decisions and actions
- Monitor and action correspondence to the Director’s office in accordance with Council’s Record Management Policy.
- Review, manage and action incoming CRM item assigned to the Director or their senior managers.
- Maintain an awareness of current and relevant internal and external issues to Department to allow for collation and provision of appropriate reports to the Director/Executive Leadership Team/Elected Body to support informed decision making and planning.
- Provide general support and backup for other Executive Assistants/Office Assistants including diary management, arrange meetings including agenda preparation and minute taking, coordination of travel arrangements for other Council Executives as required.
- Research, collate and coordinate reports, advice and briefings to support informed decision making and planning.
- Assist in the preparation, collation and coordination of reports, briefings, presentations, correspondence and notes.
- Assist in monitoring and coordinating responses to Councillor Requests to the Department.
- Model and reinforce cross-functional collaboration through information sharing and knowledge transfer to drive evidence-based decision making, enhance capability and optimise capacity
- Assist in official functions for Council as required.
- Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions.
- Maintain an understanding of relevant protocols for engagement with a range of elected representatives, Council office holders and senior executive staff and other bodies and associations as required.
- Maintain the highest levels of professionalism, confidentiality, and provide advice and insights to the Director and Executives.
- Contribute to a safe workplace: comply with legislative and organisational requirements and be accountable for own decisions and actions
About You:
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Certificate III qualification or above, in Business Administration or a related discipline with demonstrated contemporary experience in a similar role; or substantial contemporary experience in a similar role supported by ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated research, information analysis and interpretation skills, coupled with the ability to prepare correspondence, briefing notes and reports.
- Demonstrated experience in minute secretariat including preparation of agendas, business paper and meeting minutes for an Executive.
- Demonstrated ability to draft but also edit draft correspondence prepared by others to ensure consistent quality and accuracy of all documents prior to publication.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and provide high levels of executive and administrative support in an unpredictable environment.
- Demonstrated ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel and presentation software.
- Demonstrated personal attributes including initiative, ability to work under pressure and a responsive and helpful attitude.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain confidential, constructive and productive relationships with key stakeholders that contribute to the achievement of the organisation’s strategic goals.
- Current Class C drivers’ licence.
Desirable criteria:
- Experience working in the Local Government or Public Sector.
- Experience and understanding of Electronic Document Management Systems.
How to Apply:
Apply by submitting your cover letter and resume through the Apply link. Please use your cover letter to address the essential and desirable criteria, as outlined in the Position Description
Tip: Good applications will demonstrate that you have what is needed to be successful in this role. You can use your cover letter to highlight your skills, abilities and experience, and how they meet the requirements of the job, as well as introducing yourself and explaining why you want to work with us here at Council.
Enquiries
For any enquiries relating the role, please contact our Recruitment Officer
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 1300 345 345
At Snowy Monaro Regional Council, we are committed to providing EEO and embracing diversity. We are an inclusive workforce which reflects the unique region, community, and customers we serve. In addition to providing an encouraging and positive environment, Council is a smoke free work environment.
Please advise us if you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of the role.
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