Vacancy Details

The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a Local Government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.

Governance Officer – Full Time Permanent

  • Salary: $90,507 to $105,447 per annum
  • Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)
  • Permanent Full Time Position
  • Ref No: 26-020

This role is at the forefront of Council’s decision-making processes, providing high-level organisational governance and administration support functions at Council and Committee Meetings. Experience in creating agendas and minutes, attention to detail and the ability to meet multiple competing deadlines are essential. 

Please note: Attendance at evening Council and Committee meetings is required as part of this role.

To be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit a covering letter (maximum two pages) addressing their experience in the following areas:

  • A qualification in business, public administration and/or an equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
  • Sound knowledge of administrative and meeting procedures, including detailed understanding of agenda and minute preparation.
  • Demonstrated experience in the preparation of high quality accurate written documentation for external stakeholders.
  • High level computer literacy - particularly Microsoft Office programs.
  • Experience working in a busy environment with competing deadlines.
  • Knowledge of local government statutory procedures, services and decision-making frameworks.

If you are interested, we would like to hear from you.  Further information can be obtained by calling Vivienne Stampalija, Governance Coordinator on 9400 4369.

To apply, please click on the "Apply" button above, and submit your resume and a covering letter via the City’s recruitment portal, addressing the above criteria. Applications close at 11.55pm on Monday 16 February 2026.

The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.

All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.

JAMES PEARSON

Chief Executive Officer

Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.