About Adelaide Hills Council

The Adelaide Hills Council is a magnificent place to live, work and visit. The environmental, residential, primary production and natural qualities of the district are renowned and contribute to the Adelaide Hills being "a special place", and one of Australia's most loved areas. Adelaide Hills Council is committed to building the community through leadership, community involvement and commitment to service. 

We offer a diverse and supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development, flexible work practices, income protection insurance and a genuine desire for you to enjoy your work.

About the Role – Executive Assistant Community Development

• Reference number - 69
• General Officer Level 4 $94,673.85 to $101,540.86 (FTE) plus superannuation
• Full Time / Permanent 

Reporting to the Director Community and Development, this position provides high level executive support, including calendar and correspondence management and liaison with customers and staff. You'll coordinate meetings, prepare documents, ensure timely follow-up on key actions and assist with reports and presentations. This role also supports the operations of the directorate, facilitating internal communications and delivering high-quality customer service. 

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Diploma in Business or Local Government administration, or other relevant formal qualification or equivalent experience to perform at this level.
• Demonstrated high level organisational skills and initiative including experience in work planning, prioritising to meet deadlines, often with competing demands in a complex administrative environment.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills including report writing and drafting briefings and presentations.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including the capacity to establish and maintain effective relationships with peers and stakeholders
• A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the Council’s requirements will be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position. 

About our Benefits

Experience the benefits of a career in council:

• Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Free income protection insurance for personal illnesses or injuries.
• A health and wellbeing program offering flu vaccinations, skin checks, health seminars and more.
• Free access to three counselling sessions for you or your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate Uniform Allowance.
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.
• Study Assistance.

How to Apply

Applications must address the selection criteria in the position description and state the reference number from the advert. 

Apply by 9.00am, Monday 2 March 2026.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to Jess Charlton, Director Community and Development on (08) 8408 0479.

International applicants who do not have an appropriate Australian work visa or residency will not be considered, or receive an acknowledgement email. 

Should your application be successful and move to the next stage, you will be contacted by the Hiring Manager. If you do not receive any communication regarding your application within 20 business days of the advertisement close date your application has been unsuccessful.