Administration Officer – Economic & Community Development

Full time - Temporary (Parental Leave cover 27 October 2026)

$73,142 - $85,267 per annum + superannuation

About us:

The City of Belmont is a Tier 1 council that proudly offers its residents and visitors facilities, services, events, spaces and plans for the future, that enables the community to live, work and play in ways that are healthy, efficient, safe and sustainable. The City of Belmont boasts spectacular views of the Swan River, close proximity to the Perth Central Business District, has state of the art facilities at the Belmont Library and Museum Hub, plentiful multipurpose parks and included within its boundaries Perth Airport’s Domestic and International terminals.

The City of Belmont offers employees free onsite parking, there is easy access to public transport, great end of trip facilities and has fantastic shopping options at Belmont Forum shopping centre, Costco and DFO.

About the role:

You will be responsible for providing efficient administrative and clerical support across a broad range of areas contributing to the effective operation of the Economic & Community Development Department.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Taking enquiries from stakeholder groups and community members about the department’s programs and activities.

Supporting the delivery of the department’s activities including assisting with program and meeting setups, invitations, agendas, handouts, and minute taking.

Registering and controlling inward and outward correspondence in the records management and customer requests systems.

Compiling monthly statistics.

About you:

To be successful, you will have previous relevant administrative experience with proven organisational skills, ability to prioritise multiple tasks to meet strict deadlines and good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with a wide range of people to ensure delivery of a high level of customer service.

Previous experience within a local government or similar environment, preferably within a community development related area, will be highly regarded.

How to apply:

By clicking the ‘apply’ button, you will be directed to the City of Belmont’ employment page, where you can access the position description. Please enter your details, upload your current resume and cover letter. Please complete the questionnaire as well as addressing the listed Essential Position Requirements, then submit your application.

Applications close 5:00pm - Wednesday, 11 June 2025

Please note: Applications are considered as they are received, and interviews will be arranged accordingly. The City reserves the right to close adverts early; therefore, an early application is encouraged.

The City of Belmont is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We provide merit-based employment opportunities to people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, age, religion or sexual orientation. We encourage applications from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Belmont. If you require an additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise in advance.

For more information on eligibility requirements and to apply for this position please visit www.belmont.wa.gov.au. Further assistance with your application is available by phoning 08 9477 7217.