Council Support Officer (Internal Only)

• Fixed-Term Opportunity until June 2026

As a member of our team you wont just work for the city; youll co-create it.

Here your ideas and efforts directly shape the places where you and your community live work and play.

Ready to take your admin expertise to the next level Were seeking a proactive and detail driven Council Support Officer to join our team and play a key role in supporting the elected Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with decision makers coordinate Council and Committee meetings manage business papers and resolutions and be the central point of knowledge for our online systems. If youre someone who thrives on precision enjoys working across teams and is ready to bring your organisational superpowers to a fast paced environment (including evening meetings on a rotating roster) wed love to see you step into this pivotal role.

Through your work youll have a behind the scenes pass to Newcastles evolution as you shape our future as a liveable inclusive city.

Find out more about your new career by viewing the position description here.

We champion inclusion so that everyone is valued and we encourage innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where different styles backgrounds experiences and perspectives are valued encouraged and respected.

People with diverse lived experiences (including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians people with diverse gender identities and sexualities people from different cultural racial ethnic religious and linguistic backgrounds people with disability carers and veterans) are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Sunday 16 November 2025

Remuneration: $90030.12 17.5% annual leave loading yearly payment 12% Superannuation per annum for a 35-hour week

Contact:Jade Baker - Governance Manager -

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You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

We encourage internal employees to inform their current managers if this opportunity is of interest before submitting a formal application.

Internal recruitment and staff movements incur a four (4) week notice period. Please contact the Talent Acquisition Team if you require further information.