At the Otago Regional Council (ORC), our goal is to protect and enhance the environment and enable our communities to do the same. We have some really big targets to reach, and we need the right people in the right roles to help us get there. In return, we offer a positive organizational culture, where work/life balance is respected and valued.Otago's a pretty special place, covering a vast area - the third largest local government region in New Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands, dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment is part of who we are, and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.The OpportunityOur Consents team at the Otago Regional Council is looking for a Consents Support Coordinator to join the team on a full-time (37.5 hours per week), fixed-term basis (20 months) in our busy Dunedin office.The purpose of the Consents Support Coordinator is to provide a range of timely and accurate administrative support services for the processing of resource consent applications while supporting the Environmental Delivery processes within the Otago Regional Council.As a Consents Support Coordinator, you will be responsible for:Maintaining and updating the Council's databases for entering and processing resource consents.Working with Consent Officers and providing administrative support including notified applications, hearing planning, customer updates, and monitoring timeframes.Providing information to public enquirers about consent information.Processing minor consents and variations according to statutory processes and timeframes.If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled at managing administrative tasks, then we'd love to hear from you!About YouOur ideal candidate will have:Experience working with databases and computers.Strong organisational skills and processes.Ability to work in a complex work environment, dealing with ambiguity and across functions.Well-developed oral and written communication and negotiation skills.A great knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and associated programmes.A copy of the full position description is available on our website when you select the link to apply.What we offerWe recognise and celebrate diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right, and AROHA- We show that we care, alongside us, regardless of their background.To support our diverse and capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:Flexible work opportunities.Life Insurance.Superannuation.Competitive remuneration packages.How to ApplyIf you meet the above criteria, we welcome your application including your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the person for this role via the Apply button.Please note: We don't always work to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.All candidates require the right to work in New Zealand.
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