The Hills Shire Council

Rating Officer – Temporary

• 2-year term
• Supportive team culture
• Fitness Passport Access

Are you looking to further your career? The Hills Shire Council is seeking a highly motivated and individual to support our Rates team. This position is responsible for the efficient, accurate & effective processing, monitoring & administration of Council rates and annual charges including customer enquiries, database management & debt recovery in line with Council policy & procedures whilst ensuring compliance with rating provisions of the Local Government Act and Local Government General Regulations.

What this role looks like:
• Process rates related activities, including but not limited to:
• Notices of sale
• Processing and issue S603 Certificates
• Waste management charges
• Direct debit applications & payment processing
• Assessment of ratepayer overpayments & processing of refunds
• Pensioner rebate processing & validation
• Reconciliation of Rating System to Rates General Ledger Accounts & Valuer General Valuations
• Investigate and maintain returned rate notices/mail
• General rating tasks and enquiries, Debt recovery & Investigations

What are we seeking in our new team member:
• Driver’s License (Class C) – NSW
• 3 + years rating experience in Local Government
• Intermediate skills in Excel and Microsoft Office Tools
• High level communication and organisation skills including correspondence, analytical & interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• A thorough knowledge & understanding of Local Government Rating Legislation, Valuation of Land Act and other related legislation

Benefits of working with us:
Competitive rates of pay at $83K per annum, plus superannuation, paid weekly, paid training to keep your skills up to date, opportunity for bonus payments, discounted membership to Waves Fitness & Aquatics Centre and Fitness Passport access, free on-site undercover parking, onsite café, modern office and an active Social Club.

Next steps:
Please review the Position Description available on Council’s Careers Page, Careers at Council and submit your application online by 5pm on 22 May 2025. As applications will be assessed upon receipt, early submission is encouraged, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date.

Please contact Council’s HR Team at hr@thehills.nsw.gov.au if you require any assistance with submitting your application or require further information about the role or the organisation.

Employment will be subject to clearance on the following pre-employment checks: Psychometric Testing, Reference Checks, Identity Check, Drug and Alcohol Screening and Medical Check, and may also include a Criminal History and Working with Children Check.

The Hills Shire Council is committed to the principles of employment equity and diversity. We assess applications on merit and suitability related to the inherent requirements of the position. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.