Electorate Officer – Office of Dr Joe McGirr, MP – Wagga Wagga Electorate Office

  • 492490
  • 183 Tarcutta Street, Riverina & Murray, NSW, Australia, 2650
  • Administration and Clerical
  • Casual
  • $45.77 - $52.06 per hour (depending on skills and experience) plus an additional 1/12th in lieu of leave.
  • Jennie Burns, Office Manager/Senior Electorate Officer - 02 6921 1622
  • Casual relief staff, on an as need basis
  • $45.77 per hour - $52.06 per hour (depending on skills and experience) plus employer's contribution to superannuation and leave loading.
  • Applications are invited for placement in a casual pool for the Wagga Wagga Electorate Office of Dr Joe McGirr, MP.
  • Located at Wagga Wagga

About us

The Wagga Wagga Electorate Office is the point of contact for constituents and local community groups to engage with the Member for Wagga Wagga regarding state government services and responsibilities.

About the position

The successful candidate, as a part of the electorate office team, will be an initial point of contact for all constituent enquiries. Administrative functions are central to this role to support the Member, and to ensure the efficient operation of the electorate office. The role may require some after-hours work.

Local knowledge of the Wagga Wagga and surrounding areas would be well regarded.

Further information to assist you with applying for this position:

How to apply

To apply for this position please attach to your application:

  • Your up-to-date resume outlining your skills and experience as relevant to this position,
  • A covering letter detailing your specific demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills with regards to each of the following Selection Criteria, and
  • Names and contact details of at least two professional referees

Your resume and response to the following selection criteria will be the initial assessment method used to determine your suitability for this position compared to other applicants. The completeness and relevance of your application may determine whether or not you are called for an interview.

 Selection Criteria

  1. Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to hear from and liaise with community groups, government and non-government organisations.
  2. Excellent writing skills.
  3. Demonstrated superior organisational skills to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities and deadlines.
  4. Demonstrated capacity to exercise sound judgement and ability to perform at a high standard under limited supervision and within a team environment.
  5. An interest in, and understanding of, the Australian political context and Australian parliamentary procedures and processes.
  6. Good word processing/keyboard and computer skills in an office environment.

 

Electronic attachments must be MS Word compatible or in pdf format.

Technical assistance: Should you encounter any technical problems, please contact ‘I work for NSW’ helpdesk 1800 562 679 (Monday - Friday).

Applications must be lodged online through http://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/

Job Reference492490

CLOSING DATE: Tuesday, 16 September 2025 [11.55pm]

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