Planning & Place Administration Officer

Job Task Analysis - City Development Administration

Enjoy a diverse role combining customer service and administration Develop your customer service and administration skills Collaborative and positive team culture Flexible working options availablePermanent Full-time role$76,383 - $81,228 per annum (dependent on experience) plus superannuationLocation: Cheltenham

A Bit About The Role

We are seeking an Administration Officer to join the Planning and Place Administration team. Reporting to the Coordinator Planning and Place Administration, your role is to:

Be the first point of contact for customer enquiries, providing information and directing enquiries relating to Planning, Building and City Strategy servicesProvide administrative support across planning and building services, including application processing, documentation, notifications and correspondenceSupport community consultation activities and stakeholder communicationsWork collaboratively across teams to deliver high-quality customer service and contribute to continuous improvement

About You

We're looking for someone with:

Knowledge of the Victorian Planning and Environment Act 1987, the Subdivision Act 1988 and/or the Building Act 1983, Building Regulations 2006 and Building Code of Australia and any relevant regulation would be an advantageExperience in the processing of planning and building applications. Knowledge of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite and Pathway The ability to handle enquiries in a professional and customer focused mannerCustomer service excellence and sound communication skills

The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the City of Kingston’s values of

We make a difference ǀ We show care and respect ǀ We take pride in our work ǀ We are better together

Don’t meet every single requirement for this role? At Kingston Council, we recognise that different experiences make for great community outcomes. If you are excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t perfectly align to the criteria we encourage you to submit your application.

What’s next?

To learn more about this role, please view the full Position Description on our Careers website

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and how it relates to the role. To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button.

All applications must be submitted online through our careers portal. Please note that we do not accept applications or inquiries from recruitment agencies

Enquiries

For any enquiries about the position, please contact, Julianne Turner, Coordinator Planning and Place Administration at julianne.turner@kingston.vic.gov.au

To be considered for this role, applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Hiring Manager or email us at peopleandculture@kingston.vic.gov.au

About Kingston

Kingston Council’s collective focus is on delivering exceptional service that achieves our vision and meets community expectations.

We are an inclusive, resilient community with a thriving economy, where we all share a safe, sustainable environment. The City of Kingston is south-east of Melbourne and is approximately 20km from Melbourne's CBD. We employ over 1,600 people in a diverse range of roles including engineering, customer service, administration, finance, family, youth and children's services, sport and recreation, health, parks and gardens, planning, arts and management.

Why you’ll love working for us?

At Kingston Council, We Believe In Fostering An Inclusive Workplace Where Everyone Feels Valued. We Support Diversity And Encourage Applications From Persons Of All Backgrounds. Here Are Some Reasons Why You Might Love Working With Us

Hybrid work options – average 2 days working from home (or pro rata)Flexible Work Options, including remote and work flexible work hoursYearly annual leave loading payment of 17.5% of base salary (excludes casual staff, sessional staff and Senior Officers)Learning and development opportunities through professional development programsAccess to accrued day off every four weeks (Full time employees only)Purchase leave optionsCareer development opportunities,Study/development assistanceDiscounted gym memberships16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and partner carersEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP)Social club eventsClose to Public transportFree Onsite parking

For further information visit our website Join our team - City of Kingston

Kingston City Council is an equal opportunity employer, committed to reconciliation and being a child safe organisation.

We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing people of all genders, ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. We support adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.