Liverpool City Council

Councillor Support Officer

Councillor Support Officers

WHY US:
We believe it's important to do work that matters to you personally. There are so many opportunities that celebrate and enrich our community now and for the future.
Join part of Council's Community and Lifestyle team with dedicated staff working in civic & executive services, library & children's services, delivering events, supporting recreation and community development.

JOB DETAILS:
2 x Permanent Full-Time 35 hours, 5 days/week over a 7-day bandwidth $83,635.86 to $91,643.51 + Super

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Councillor Support Officer provides comprehensive, high‑level administrative and operational support to Councillors, managing diaries, coordinating meetings, processing information requests, and ensuring all enquiries are tracked, followed up, and resolved in line with Council policy. It maintains robust correspondence and records management systems, oversees the daily operations of the Councillors' room, and prepares a wide range of professional documents including agendas, minutes, briefs, information packs, and weekly updates.

You will also coordinate travel, accommodation, registrations, expenses, procurement, and purchase orders, while also managing the Councillor intranet and EDM communications. It supports Council meetings and events through agenda distribution, minute‑taking, venue setup, IT and catering arrangements, and diligent follow‑up of action items. The role requires strong research capability, discretion, and professionalism in a complex political environment, along with the ability to respond to urgent demands, anticipate emerging issues, maintain effective information flow, and work flexibly to meet strict deadlines.

ABOUT YOU:
To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Qualifications in business administration or equivalent.
• Current Class C Drivers Licence.
• Experience in a local government, political or corporate environment delivering effective and efficient administrative and corporate support.
• Ability to liaise, communicate and work cooperatively with all levels of Council.
• Strong diary management/time management experience.
• Demonstrated experience working autonomously and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft office, Nitro Pro and document management systems (i.e., TRIM and Pathways)
• Experience in taking minutes.
• Demonstrated experience working in a highly sensitive confidential environment and being discreet.
• Proven ability in showing initiative in the workplace, prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and deliver quality outcomes.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC:

• Salary will be dependent on the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant within the specified range.
• Access to fitness passport.
• Be part of a passionate, energetic, and supportive multi-disciplinary team.
• Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD and with subsidised parking available.
• Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.

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CLOSING 10AM 10th August 2026

Be part of creating the future, For further information about the position please contact Samata Billa at [email protected]