Join Our Team as Director of Corporate Services (12 Month Maternity Contract)
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for strategic direction and excellence in service delivery? We are seeking a highly skilled Director Corporate Services to join our dynamic team and drive the continuous improvement of our Council’s services.
About the Role: As the Director Corporate Services, you will provide high-level strategic leadership to our diverse Corporate Services Team. Your role will encompass a broad range of responsibilities, including financial management, governance, customer experience, information technology, people and culture, cemeteries management strategic communications and engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Management: Oversee and report on financial changes affecting the Council, manage financial policies, ensure the efficacy of the Long Term Financial Plan, and supervise the Council’s financial functions, including fees, investments, and procurement.
- Governance: Advise on legislative changes, manage policy reviews, ensure grant compliance, and oversee the procurement framework.
- Statutory Responsibilities: Fulfill key statutory roles, including Public Officer, Right to Information Officer, Disclosures Coordinator, Complaints Coordinator, and Privacy Coordinator.
- Customer Experience: Lead the Customer Experience team to deliver exceptional service outcomes, ensuring alignment with the Customer Experience Charter and seamless integration with Council operations.
- Information Technology: Oversee the ICT framework, ensuring robust system security, efficient budget management, and a cloud-based, mobile-friendly environment.
- Strategic Communications & Engagement: Align communications and engagement with the Customer Experience Charter, manage media relations, oversee the Council’s social media presence and lead Council engagement in the community.
- Cemetery Management: Oversee the effective management of cemeteries, supporting staff in this essential area.
- People and Culture: Collaborate on Workforce Strategy, assist in HR policy development, ensure compliance with employment laws, and manage HR programs.
- Leadership: Advise the CEO and Council, lead cross-functional projects, engage with stakeholders, and contribute to the Executive Leadership Team to achieve corporate objectives.
About You: You are a collaborative leader who excels in fostering connections across diverse departments and the community. You thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to the continuous improvement of services. Your strategic thinking, financial acumen and ability to lead cross-functional teams will be crucial in driving our Council’s success.
Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the services provided to our community. You will be at the forefront of strategic decision-making, working with a dedicated team to achieve excellence in service delivery.
Apply Now: If you are ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to apply and be a part of our journey to enhance the quality of life in our community.
To apply for this position, please complete the online application on this page.
- Cover letter (no more than 2 pages)
- An up-to-date and detailed resume
Applications close 5:00pm Friday 20 September 2024.
Berrigan Shire Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer