Cemetery Officer/Community Assets Administrator
Manawatu District Council
Are you an organised, detail-oriented professional with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service? Do you enjoy working in a role where no two days are the same, and your efforts help maintain the essential community assets that everyone relies on? If so, we have the perfect role for you!
We're looking for a Cemetery Officer / Community Assets Administrator to join our Community Assets team. In this key role, you'll provide administrative support to the Community Assets team, ensuring smooth operations and helping deliver on our organisational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the first point of contact for all Property and Parks-related enquiries, requests, and applications, handling them in a professional and timely manner.
- Process cemetery applications and manage customer enquiries with empathy and precision.
- Maintain and update council records and management systems to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Ensure that external information is appropriately reflected in internal files.
- Keep the Community Assets Manager informed of all relevant issues and escalate matters as necessary.
- Manage and process financial transactions for the Community Assets team.
- Provide general administrative support to ensure accurate record-keeping and seamless operations.
- Deliver high levels of customer service and resolve enquiries effectively.
What You'll Bring to the Role:
- Strong administrative and organisational skills with an eye for detail.
- Excellent customer service skills and a professional approach to dealing with the public.
- Sound judgment and the ability to work independently while supporting a team.
- Proficiency in maintaining and updating systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in your community by contributing to the maintenance and administration of key assets.
The salary range for this role is $57k - $77k (midpoint $67k) plus a range of benefits including flexibility, a family-friendly environment and support for fitness/wellness.
Join us in delivering outstanding service to our community—apply today!