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Local Government Administration Officer

A Local Government Administration Officer manages administrative tasks, customer inquiries, and payments while ensuring effective communication and teamwork.

How do I become a local government administration officer

Get qualified to work as a local government administration officer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Local Government Administration Officer generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has seen strong growth in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 22,100 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Local Government Administration Officer. Local Government Administration Officers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re planning a career as a Local Government Administration Officer, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Government. This course covers a range of topics relevant to working in the public sector, including organising workplace information, working effectively with diversity and complying with legislation.

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Local Government Administration Officer careers

A Local Government Administration Officer carries out a range of administrative duties for a local government authority. You might take on a customer service role and be involved with receiving customer payments or processing applications. Local Government Administration Officers may also answer customer enquiries or provide administrative assistance to various local government departments.

Local Government Administration Officers should have strong customer service skills and be able to liaise with people from a range of backgrounds. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to work as part of a team. Local Government Administration Officers should be organised and have excellent time management skills.