Rates Officer
Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com
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Rates Officer
Location: Officer, VIC
Duration: 8-week temporary assignment
Rate: $38 per hour + Super
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Rates Officer to provide short-term operational support to a busy Rating Services team during the peak rates period.
This role will assist in maintaining service levels and ensuring a high standard of customer service is delivered while managing increased volumes of enquiries and administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
Location: Officer, VIC
Duration: 8-week temporary assignment
Rate: $38 per hour + Super
We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Rates Officer to provide short-term operational support to a busy Rating Services team during the peak rates period.
This role will assist in maintaining service levels and ensuring a high standard of customer service is delivered while managing increased volumes of enquiries and administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Rating Services team
- Respond to customer enquiries relating to rates and property information
- Process rates administration transactions accurately and efficiently
- Maintain and update records within council systems
- Assist with the preparation and processing of rates notices and associated documentation
- Support the team in managing increased workloads during the peak rates period
- Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders as required
- Ensure compliance with council policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
- Experience in rates administration or a similar administrative role
- Previous local government experience (highly regarded)
- Strong customer service and stakeholder engagement skills
- Excellent attention to detail and data entry accuracy
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Confidence using Microsoft Office Suite and corporate systems
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
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Who is hiring for the Rates Officer role?
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Where is the Rates Officer job located?
The Rates Officer role with Chandler Macleod is based in Officer, VIC, AU.
What does the Rates Officer role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Rates Officer role at up to AUD 38 per hour.
Is the Rates Officer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Rates Officer role?
The Rates Officer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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