Local Government Officer

A Local Government Officer performs a range of duties for a local government department. You might be employed in an administrative role, work for a particular department such as waste, animal control or accounts or you might be involved in planning and policy making. Local Government Officers deliver a range of services and programs for their local community.

Local Government Officers should be organised and have excellent time management skills. It’s important that you can communicate well with members of the public and work as part of a larger team. Local Government Officers need strong problem solving skills and should be able to complete a range of administrative tasks.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a local government officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
LGA50120

Diploma of Local Government

Distance, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $8,482
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PSP50122

Diploma of Government

Blended, On Campus, Online
10 - 24 months
$0 - $6,490
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
PSP40122

Certificate IV in Government

Blended, On Campus, Online
2 - 5 weeks
$0 - $5,135
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
LGA30120

Certificate III in Local Government

Distance
12 months
$600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
LGA40120

Certificate IV in Local Government

Blended, Distance, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $600
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
LGA40120

Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Control)

Blended, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $3,750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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