At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead governance practices and manage compliance for Orange City Council.
- Company: Join the dedicated team at Orange City Council, committed to community improvement.
- Benefits: Enjoy health benefits, salary packaging, training opportunities, and family support services.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Governance or related fields and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Weekly Salary: $2014.82 - $2196.15 (plus superannuation)
About Orange City Council
Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim is to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.
Jobs/Responsibilities
This role is responsible for leading the organisation to have high quality and effective Governance practices in place and effectively manage Council's Governance, Compliance and Records Management functions to ensure Council meets its legislative responsibilities and efficient provision of services to the community. This includes:
- Working with staff to ensure reports are produced in accordance with relevant legislation, approved templates and timeframes adopted by Council and the Chief Executive Officer.
- Updating Council policies and procedures and providing advice on the review and update of policies and procedures across Council.
- Effectively addressing areas of compliance and liability in the conduct of Council's business.
- Managing records held at the Repository ensuring at all times efficient utilisation of space, and that all files are archived and shelved immediately.
- Overseeing the administration of Council's Community Committee structure and providing guidance and advice to Clerks, Chairpersons and Committee members.
- Providing leadership and advice to the Manager Corporate Governance, Director Corporate and Commercial Services, ELT and Audit and Risk Improvement Committee as required.
What can we offer?
- Health and Wellbeing benefits including access to a Fitness Passport for you and your family.
- Salary Packaging available including novated leasing.
- A range of in-house and external training opportunities.
- Free access to EAP services for you and your family.
- Organisation wide health and wellbeing initiatives.
Skills/Experience
To be successful in this position you will need:
- Tertiary qualifications in Governance, Business, Records Management or related discipline or relevant industry experience.
- Satisfactory criminal record check.
- Excellent communication both verbal and written.
- Influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to lead group discussions, present information to a variety of audiences and provide training to a range of staff.
If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Manager Corporate Governance, Janessa Constantine on 02 6393 8***.
Please note: Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar permanent or temporary roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.
Governance Lead in Orange employer: Orange City Council
Orange City Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises work-life balance with flexible working arrangements and generous leave provisions. Our supportive and inclusive culture fosters collaboration and personal growth, offering excellent learning opportunities while you contribute to the community's long-term vision. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the Orange region, where job satisfaction and employee wellbeing are at the forefront of our mission.
