• Career growth
• Permanent - full time,
• MOA Level 3 - $79,492 - $85,663 P/A + Super

Who we are:

With over 30 suburbs spanning 158.1 km2 and home to 148,000 people, the City of Salisbury is the second most populated local government in metropolitan Adelaide and the fourth largest local government, making it one of the most significant Council areas in South Australia.

The Role:

Governance Support Officer is responsible for providing support to the Governance Division, Elected Members and Council staff. With a focus on a high level of customer service the role will assist with driving operational efficiencies and accuracy.

The Governance Support Officer is part of the Governance Team and will see you multi-tasking in this fast-paced environment, drawing on your high-level customer service skills and experience to deliver a high standard of work and customer service.

Key Responsibility

• Coordinate scheduling of Council/Committee meetings and related processes including Elected Member and public notification requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and distribution of Council and Committee meeting notices, reports, agendas and minutes and any other associated documents, including follow up action of decisions.
• Maintain the use audio visual technology in the Council Chamber and provide training and support to staff in its use.
• Provide confidential and efficient Governance support, including managing diaries, screening and responding to enquiries, filing/records management and organising meeting requirements including, scheduling appointments, minute taking, coordinating catering, venues and travel (where relevant)
• Liaise with Elected Members including information provision, coordination of meetings/appointments and referral of matters to other staff for response where appropriate.

Skill & Competencies:

• High level customer service capability with a sound understanding of customer service principles and exhibit a proactive approach to resolving business issues.
• Experience in support for Committee meetings, including minute taking in a formal meeting.
• Efficient time management and organisational skills, capable of working under pressure and meeting deadlines in a setting with numerous competing priorities.

Why join us?

Employees at City of Salisbury enjoy a benefit that includes income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries, health and wellness programs designed to support their overall well-being including skin checks, health seminars, flu vaccinations and free access to counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Programs.

• Professional Development Opportunities.
• Inclusive and Supportive Workplace Culture.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining outstanding spaces for the Community to enjoy.

Further information is available by accessing the Position Description.

People who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds and of diverse abilities are encouraged to apply.

All enquiries can be made to Heather Prasad, Team Leader Council Governance and Information Assets on 8406 8448.

Applications close 5pm, Friday 24th October 2025