Governance Officer

At a Glance

Work type: 35 hours per week, Hybrid Working Arrangements
Salary: $117,540.29 to $129,411.13 plus 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Closing date: 9pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we're heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role

This position is responsible for the management of Council's delegations, registers and legislative compliance obligations, the public access to Council information in accordance with the Governance Information (Public Access) Act and privacy legislation, Council Policy framework and preparation, and the delivery of major governance related projects.

In this role you will:

• Review and maintain governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Deliver organisation-wide training on governance, policies, and legislative requirements.
• Manage Council's legislative compliance obligations, delegations, and governance registers.
• Provide expert advice on governance, including GIPA, privacy, and access to information matters.
• Lead governance projects and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and reduce risk.

What's on offer

We are offering a permanent full-time opportunity with an attractive remuneration from $117,540.29 to $129, 411.13 plus 12% superannuation.


Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning

About you

The successful candidate is someone who has:

• Contemporary knowledge and skills in legislative information access provisions including Local and State Government, GIPA and Privacy.
• Highly developed oral and written communication, interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills, and experience in working with clients, management and staff at all levels.
• Highly developed ability to manage confidential and sensitive issues, utilising discretion, tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to interpret and determine legislative impacts in relation to corporate governance responsibilities.
• Experience in preparing reports, policies and correspondence in a local government context
• Contemporary knowledge, understanding and skills in policy review and corporate governance principles.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description, including:
Qualifications/Licences:

• Degree qualifications in business, policy, local government discipline or demonstrated equivalent experience.

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work.

Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Patricia Clive via ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au


How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Tuesday 25 August 2026 Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

• Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description.

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.


This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

• Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.


How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We're building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment - contact ••••@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility:
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.