Administration Officer - Casual (Media & Communications)
- Provide frontline customer service and administrative support.
- Draft media releases, newsletters, and social media posts.
- Manage public and media enquiries related to Council initiatives.
About the position
The Administration Officer will provide the highest level of frontline customer service to the community, and reliable administrative support to ensure effective business processes.
This position will be deployed in Council’s Media and Communications Unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional communication support for Council, including drafting media releases, newsletters, social media posts, and briefing materials, as well as coordinating approval and distribution.
- Help manage public and media enquiries relating to Council initiatives, events and policies, ensuring consistent, accurate and reputationally sound messaging across all communication channels.
- Maintain and ensure accuracy of systems, registers and databases.
- Proactively provide input into the development, implementation, monitoring and continual improvement of processes and service delivery.
Read the Position Description and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
About you
- Certificate III Business Administration or other equivalent qualifications or experience.
- Advanced competence in the use of Microsoft Office Software.
- Class C Drivers Licence.
- Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description).
- Demonstrated Fundamental Level key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description).
- Previous experience in using Civica’s Authority System (desirable).
What we offer
- Casual with an hourly rate from $44.7118 to $48.2471 per hour (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
- Training Courses + Professional Development
- 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
- Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family
About Muswellbrook
Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.
The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.
Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.
It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.
Further information and to apply
- For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Rebecca Talbot, Economic Investment Coordinator on 02 6549 3872.
- If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700 or via email humanresources@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au.
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
- Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
- Applications close on 14 September 2026 at 11:59pm.
The Welcome Experience
The Welcome Experience in Muswellbrook connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster. Learn more at The Welcome Experience : Muswellbrook Shire Council (nsw.gov.au)
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