Assistant Governance Officer Casual fixed term role (6 – 8 week period). 8 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday) Commencing as soon as possible The City of Cockburn has an exciting future and is committed to delivering outstanding service and achieving our vision of being the'¯ best place to be . The City As one of the major coastal cities in Western Australia, Cockburn has it all. With a current population of over 120,000, the city offers an incredible coastline, beautiful beaches and parks, and a growing list of community facilities and employment opportunities.  Our vision of Cockburn, the best place to be, helps to shape everything we do, with a focus on delivering for our changing and expanding community. With 24 suburbs, a long history and an exciting future, you’re invited to be part of it all.  About the position This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, driven individual with strong initiative and a collaborative mindset to join our Legal and Compliance team on a casual basis. This role is for 3 days per week over a 6 to 8 week period. The position plays a key role in providing high-level administrative support for the Council meeting process, including attending Council Meetings and Briefings held on Tuesday evenings (with a later start time on Tuesdays to accommodate this), as well as assisting with organisational governance and compliance requirements. About you To be successful in this position you should have demonstrated experience in an administrative or governance role, with strong verbal and written communication skills. We are looking for a team player with an attention to detail and who is comfortable learning and using technology. Prior experience in local government and/or a governance role will be highly regarded, however on-the-job training will be provided. Salary and Benefits Casual hourly rate: $57-$60 p/h, dependant on experience. We’re offering a range of great benefits: Generous superannuation (up to 15.5 per cent) Professional development opportunities Cockburn ARC membership. How to apply Please read the attached position description and selection criteria for a full understanding of the role before applying. Then click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button on the City’s webpage (www.cockburn.wa.gov.au/employment) and complete the online application.  Please prepare a detailed cover letter addressing how your experience, skills and behaviours make you the best person for the role. Don’t forget to attach your current resume.  Further information Tara Hardmeier– Service Lead Governance and Council Support (08) 9411 3444 thardmeier@cockburn.wa.gov.au (Position reference number: PX121.25 ) Closing date: Wednesday 16 July 2025 at 4.30pm The City of Cockburn reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date. The City of Cockburn is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people of all ages and people with disability.  Attachments: - Position Description - Assistant Governance Officer.pdf