Governance Coordinator

Permanent
Full-time (average of 38hours per week)

The City of Rockingham is an award winning local governmentlocated 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place wherethe coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing localgovernments in the south metropolitan area we are responsible forthe provision and delivery of high quality services facilities andevents that meet or exceed community expectations. Providinga safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to usand we are committed to employing team members who share the CitysValues of Recognition EthicsService ProfessionalDevelopment EmpowermentCommunication and Teamwork RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects ofemployment at the City.

Due to a promotion the City has a career opportunity for anaspiring governance professional.

• Are you passionate about integrity detail and best practice
• Do you want to work in a dynamic change orientated environment
• Are you willing to participate learn and be a part of an experienced leadership team
• Do you want to work in an organisation that values your contribution

If the answer is yes then read on.

In this role you will lead a dedicated team responsible for thecoordination of agendas and minutes statutory complianceresponsibilities civic functions and other key City documentationincluding policy local laws etc.

• Experience effectively manage a small team
• Demonstrate the ability to interpret legislation
• Sound research and analytical skills enabling interpretation of information
• Ability to produce well-constructed and informative reports pitched to a level appropriate for a busy local government
• Strong computer literacy particularly in the Microsoft Office suite of products intranet and web based software
• High level of time management and organisational skills

Previous experience in Local Government is desirable for thisrole preferably in a governance or senior administration role.

To be considered for this role you must address thefollowing selection criteria when completing your onlineapplication:

• Ability to understand relevant Acts and Regulations
• Demonstrated ability to undertake research problem solve complex issues and develop clear and concise briefing notes and discussion papers with supporting recommendations
• Demonstrated understanding of the Council decision making process agendas and minutes
• Highly developed skills in people management

This position offers a salary from $111967 to$119224 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)and:

• 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5%
• A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 per annum free flu vaccinations free skin cancer checks mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
• Flexible working arrangements including rostered days off and two additional paid days of absence per annum
• A culture of learning with training/development opportunities including paid study leave and study fees
• Salary packaging opportunities for motor vehicles etc.

An information package including the position description isavailable on our website.

Applications must be submitted online by 4pm on Tuesday28 July 2026.

Please note: Interviews may commence before the closing dateand we may close the position early - so dont wait apply now!

This process may be used to fill future similar permanent orfixed-term positions that may become available in the City duringthe next 12 months.

If you identify as a person with disability and requireadjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process pleasecontact the Recruitment Team via email atorphone
0.Were happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can providealternate formats for application forms or alternate methods ofapplying.

The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverserange of backgrounds including First Nations people people livingwith disability and people who speak a first language other thanEnglish.