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Community Support Officer

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Community Support Officer to join our Community Services & Economic Development team. This role provides administrative support to the Director and assists in the delivery of community initiatives, grants programs, and local events that contribute to positive outcomes for our community.What We OfferCompetitive salary – QLD ( Stream A – Level 4-5) $77,000 to $86,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation.Personal (Sick) LeaveRDO'sRemote Area Housing Allowance ($60 pw Renting/$90 pw Homeowner)Locality AllowanceFive weeks' annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading.About the RoleThe Community Support Officer provides administrative and operational support across the Community Services & Economic Development department. The position plays a key role in supporting community programs, coordinating grant processes, and assisting with the preparation of reports and correspondence.This role works closely with the Director and the broader team to ensure community initiatives and projects are delivered effectively and efficiently. Key ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to the Director of Community Services & Economic Development.Assist with the administration of Council’s Community Grants programs, including reviewing applications and monitoring acquittals.Collate and prepare information for monthly Council reports.Assist in the planning and delivery of community programs and events.Prepare correspondence, reports and other documentation as required.Coordinate meetings, manage documentation and maintain records.Provide support across the Community Services & Economic Development team as required.Assist with community events, which may occasionally require work outside normal business hours.About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:Strong organisational and administrative skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Well-developed computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.A commitment to providing high-quality customer service.The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information.The ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Mandatory RequirementsAbility to obtain a current Police Check.Hold and maintain an unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence (manual or automatic). DesirableQualifications or experience in Community Services, Events, or Business Administration.Experience in administration within local government or a similar environmentFor a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.Locals are encouraged to apply! Applications close on Friday,27 March 2026 at 12 pm.Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. PD 5013 Community Support Officer AUD Cloncurry 4824

Community Support Officer

Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Community Support Officer to join our Community Services & Economic Development team. This role provides administrative support to the Director and assists in the delivery of community initiatives, grants programs, and local events that contribute to positive outcomes for our community.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary – QLD ( Stream A – Level 4-5) $77,000 to $86,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation.
  • Personal (Sick) Leave
  • RDO's
  • Remote Area Housing Allowance ($60 pw Renting/$90 pw Homeowner)
  • Locality Allowance
  • Five weeks' annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading.

About the Role

The Community Support Officer provides administrative and operational support across the Community Services & Economic Development department. The position plays a key role in supporting community programs, coordinating grant processes, and assisting with the preparation of reports and correspondence.

This role works closely with the Director and the broader team to ensure community initiatives and projects are delivered effectively and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative support to the Director of Community Services & Economic Development.
  • Assist with the administration of Council’s Community Grants programs, including reviewing applications and monitoring acquittals.
  • Collate and prepare information for monthly Council reports.
  • Assist in the planning and delivery of community programs and events.
  • Prepare correspondence, reports and other documentation as required.
  • Coordinate meetings, manage documentation and maintain records.
  • Provide support across the Community Services & Economic Development team as required.
  • Assist with community events, which may occasionally require work outside normal business hours.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Well-developed computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • A commitment to providing high-quality customer service.
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information.
  • The ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Ability to obtain a current Police Check.
  • Hold and maintain an unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence (manual or automatic).

Desirable

  • Qualifications or experience in Community Services, Events, or Business Administration.
  • Experience in administration within local government or a similar environment

For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD.

Locals are encouraged to apply!

Applications close on Friday,27 March 2026 at 12 pm.

Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.