Develop your skills and career in a dynamic and supportive setting. Work with a committed and forward-thinking Finance leadership team. Enjoy the benefits of working from home and Officer $120,319 - $142,037 + super + ADO Full time, maximum term to 30/11/25  Together, Different Future  As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  About the opportunity Step into a pivotal leadership role, as our Coordinator Rating Services, this is your chance to drive innovation and excellence in a high-growth environment, ensuring our community benefits from exceptional, customer-centric services relating to rates and revenue. This role is available as a parental leave opportunity, offering a unique chance to make a significant impact during your tenure. You will make an impact by Leading and coaching the Rating Services Team to adopt a customer-centred approach in all interactions. Demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement, customer service, and teamwork as part of the Finance leadership team. Preparing and managing the annual budget for the Rates Service department, ensuring adherence to financial procedures. Building a strong, high-performing culture through effective management of team performance, training, and development. Overseeing the development of Council’s rating strategy, annual rating process, and rate budget modelling to support effective service delivery What you will bring Highly developed skills and understanding of rating legislation, issues, and emerging trends, with the ability to recommend actions. Extensive knowledge and practical experience in Local Government Property, Rating, and Valuations, with a strategic understanding of the wider organisation and sector. Strong analytical skills to assess multiple data sources and develop clear, concise reports with actionable recommendations. Proven experience in leading a high-performing team, providing dynamic leadership, and effectively managing, supporting, and coaching employees. Financial acumen and the ability to manage business unit budgets effectively, ensuring sound financial practices and internal controls Why work with us  Activity based and hybrid work model.  Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  To apply   Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 20th October 2024 For further information regarding the role please contact Madison Nelson, Coordinator Rating Services on 5943 4612 or refer to the position description.   Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.  You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.   Position Description AUD Officer 3809

Coordinator Rating Services

  • Develop your skills and career in a dynamic and supportive setting. 
  • Work with a committed and forward-thinking Finance leadership team. 
  • Enjoy the benefits of working from home and Officer 
  • $120,319 - $142,037 + super + ADO 
  • Full time, maximum term to 30/11/25  

Together, Different Future  

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  

We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  

About the opportunity 

Step into a pivotal leadership role, as our Coordinator Rating Services, this is your chance to drive innovation and excellence in a high-growth environment, ensuring our community benefits from exceptional, customer-centric services relating to rates and revenue. 

This role is available as a parental leave opportunity, offering a unique chance to make a significant impact during your tenure. 

You will make an impact by 

  • Leading and coaching the Rating Services Team to adopt a customer-centred approach in all interactions. 
  • Demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement, customer service, and teamwork as part of the Finance leadership team. 
  • Preparing and managing the annual budget for the Rates Service department, ensuring adherence to financial procedures. 
  • Building a strong, high-performing culture through effective management of team performance, training, and development. 
  • Overseeing the development of Council’s rating strategy, annual rating process, and rate budget modelling to support effective service delivery 

What you will bring 

  • Highly developed skills and understanding of rating legislation, issues, and emerging trends, with the ability to recommend actions. 
  • Extensive knowledge and practical experience in Local Government Property, Rating, and Valuations, with a strategic understanding of the wider organisation and sector. 
  • Strong analytical skills to assess multiple data sources and develop clear, concise reports with actionable recommendations. 
  • Proven experience in leading a high-performing team, providing dynamic leadership, and effectively managing, supporting, and coaching employees. 
  • Financial acumen and the ability to manage business unit budgets effectively, ensuring sound financial practices and internal controls 

Why work with us  

  • Activity based and hybrid work model.  
  • Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  
  • A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  
  • A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  
  • Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  

To apply  

  •  Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  
  • Applications close, 20th October 2024 
  • For further information regarding the role please contact Madison Nelson, Coordinator Rating Services on 5943 4612 or refer to the position description.  

 Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.  

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.