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Local Government Officer

A Local Government Officer carries out various administrative and community services tasks, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.

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

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In Australia, a full time Local Government Officer generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 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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There has been an increase in the number of people working in this sector over the last five years. There are currently 22,100 people employed in this area and many of them specialise as a Local Government Officer. Local Government Officers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as a Local Government Officer interests you, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Local Government. This course covers a range of topics relevant to working in local government including leadership, time management, finance and managing meetings. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Government or a Diploma of Government.

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Local Government Officer careers

A Local Government Officer performs a range of duties for a local government department. You might be employed in an administrative role, work for a particular department such as waste, animal control or accounts or you might be involved in planning and policy making. Local Government Officers deliver a range of services and programs for their local community.

Local Government Officers should be organised and have excellent time management skills. It’s important that you can communicate well with members of the public and work as part of a larger team. Local Government Officers need strong problem solving skills and should be able to complete a range of administrative tasks.