Hornsby Shire Council

Administration Coordinator

Position Type  
Permanent full time

Salary 
$76,520 to $85,602 per annum (based on 70 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation, and a 9 day fortnight.  Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience. 

About us 
At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.

About the role 
In this position, you will primarily focus on providing high level administrative support to the Hornsby Shire Council Mayor and Councillors. This role reports to and supports the Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer and contributes to the effective and efficient running of the Executive office. The Administration Coordinator has several key functions.  In your new role, you will have responsibility for:

• Providing administrative and secretarial support to the Mayor, Councillors and the Chief Executive Officer as required
• Assisting the Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer in running the day-to-day administration of the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer’s office

Position requirements 

• Relevant qualifications and/or proven experience in a similar role
• Current Class C Driver Licence

About you 
The incumbent will need to possess the following:

• Demonstrated high level of administrative experience with proven accuracy and attention to detail
• Sound interpersonal skills
• Sound computer skills, with an accurate and fast typing speed
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good judgement and problem solving skills
• High level of discretion and sound judgment with confidential information

The role is based in a business office environment and there may be a requirement to visit other Council premises or related business premises in order to conduct the role. Variable work hours may be required at times.

Benefits of working with us 
We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of benefits:

• Flexible working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
• Generous leave provisions, including:
  • Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
  • Parental Leave (up to 28 weeks)
  • My Leave
• Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee recognition scheme
• Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
• Social Club
• Long Service Awards

For more information 
For further information and to apply, please visit our website.

Applications close 10 September 2026 at 11.30pm