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About This RoleAs the Coordinator Rates, you will coordinate the Rates Team to achieve delivery of revenue and rating services in accordance with legislation and Council policies, including administering and overseeing Council''s property, rating and debt collection processes.Permanent Full TimeLocation: MorwellBand 7 Salary Range: $108,542.02 to $116,620.47 plus 12% superannuationDepartment: Financial SupportResponsibilitiesYou will provide leadership to the rates team with a focus on fostering a supportive environment. Your role will include identifying operational efficiencies, whether through people or process, to streamline service delivery and support continuous improvement, ensuring a high level of customer service delivery to Latrobe City Council stakeholders.About YouWe are seeking a motivated individual with strong leadership and customer service skills to provide the day-to-day coordination of staff and functions within the Rates team. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, a keen attention to detail, an understanding of basic accounting principles and an ability to problem solve complex issues.QualificationsRelevant tertiary qualifications in accounting or business administration, or other relevant field with several years experience, or lesser formal qualification with extensive relevant experience, preferably with several years of rates, property or administration experience at a senior levelProfessional certification such as CPA (Certified Practicing Accountant) or CA ANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand) or working towards, is desirableExperience in local government at a leadership level is desirableExperience with Council rates administration and property title information is desirableDemonstrated experience with the use of office software, financial systems and database applicationsSuccessful applicants will be required to apply for and satisfactorily obtain a National Police Check and Working with Children''s Check.Child Safe OrganisationLatrobe City Council has a zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing and responding to child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees, volunteers and contractors. Our recruitment practices reflect this.Diversity and InclusionAt Latrobe City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion, where individual uniqueness is embraced. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality services to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability or sexuality. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. Council''s Indigenous Employment Program is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted at [email protected] or by calling 1300 367 700. We strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply. If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Careers team via email at [email protected] or call 5128 6113 noting your preferred method of communication and a member of the team will be in touch.Why work for usAt Latrobe City Council we are an equal opportunity employer who invests heavily in our employees. We offer a range of training and Personal Development opportunities including a Structured Leadership Development Program and study assistance. We offer benefits such as salary packaging and access to our health and wellbeing programs. We want you to join our team and provide the best services possible for a fast-growing regional municipality in the heart of Gippsland.To applyPlease apply (and submit your responses to the Key Selection Criteria) via the Latrobe City Council website.Applications will close at 11.59 PM Sunday 16 November 2025For further information on the role, all interested applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Matthew Rogers, Manager Financial Support on 0419 653 217. #J-18808-Ljbffr