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Meet Wallentina, our newest addition to the Sydney office, who will be focusing on recruitment within HR & Finance for the NSW Government Sector. Wallentina brings with her a wealth of experience, having worked within NSW Government recruitment for over 6 years and says that her favourite part of the recruitment process is being able to match candidates to organisations where both parties can grow and flourish together.
This week we caught up with Wallentina, to find out a little bit more about her and why she chose Public Sector People.
What was it that attracted you to join Public Sector People?
The reputation it has created in the NSW Local Government Sector.
What does Prioritising People mean to you?
Listening, consulting and actioning a plan for both my candidates and clients to create the best outcome for their career or organisation to flourish.
What can you bring to the Public Sector People team?
A wealth of experience in the Government Sector and hopefully a laugh!
What first drew you to recruiting for HR & Finance?
The candidates, they all have an interesting background and are lovely to work with.
What would you say is your proudest accomplishment?
My fluffy head toddler Izzy
What opportunities do you think working in the public sector brings?
There variety of work, Government is always rolling out different and interesting projects.
What is your biggest fear?
Heights – I was a flight attendant for 7 years (so not all heights)
If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
Lagos, Portugal
What motivates you to work hard?
Working with and placing candidates into a role. Knowing that I can (hopefully) make a big difference in people’s lives.
Want to hear more about available roles within the HR and Finance sector? Wallentina can be contacted on either:
Email: wallentina@publicsectorpeople.com.au
Phone: 04121 02322
Public Sector People are currently inviting applications for the role of a Payroll Officer (TechOne) to join a Local Government organisation. ASAP Start 35 hours a week Duties Include: Demonstrated experience in a payroll environment Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the TechOne payroll system Be able to assist in the payroll production by receiving, checking and calculating employee timesheets, check input data and pre-payroll reports Carry out customer service enquiries in a timely and efficient manner, and ensure external organisations requests are dealt with promptly and courteously Ensure that the maintenance and updating of all personnel records relating to salary rates, Long Service Leave, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, deductions and other payroll related information is carried out in a timely and efficient manner to the satisfaction of the Payroll coordinator Demonstrated ability in the use of a PC, including skills in word processing, spread-sheeting and email applications, and the management of one’s own time to achieve set objectives and completion of tasks in a timely manner Proven ability to work under pressure Key Selection Criteria: Experience in a payroll environment. Knowledge of and experience with the TechOne payroll system. A certificate in administration, payroll administration or similar field is require. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity or roles in Local Government, please contact Wallentina Simmons on 0412 102 322
Public Sector People are currently inviting applications for the role of a Payroll Officer (Chris21) to join a Local Government organisation. ASAP Start 35 hours a week Duties Include: Demonstrated experience in a payroll environment Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the CHRIS21 payroll system Be able to assist in the payroll production by receiving, checking and calculating employee timesheets, check input data and pre-payroll reports Carry out customer service enquiries in a timely and efficient manner, and ensure external organisations requests are dealt with promptly and courteously Ensure that the maintenance and updating of all personnel records relating to salary rates, Long Service Leave, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, deductions and other payroll related information is carried out in a timely and efficient manner to the satisfaction of the Payroll coordinator Demonstrated ability in the use of a PC, including skills in word processing, spread-sheeting and email applications, and the management of one’s own time to achieve set objectives and completion of tasks in a timely manner Proven ability to work under pressure Key Selection Criteria: Experience in a payroll environment. Knowledge of and experience with the CHRIS21 payroll system. A certificate in administration, payroll administration or similar field is require. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity or roles in Local Government, please contact Wallentina Simmons on 0412 102 322
Public Sector People are currently inviting applications for the role of a Payroll Officer (Chris21) to join a Local Government organisation. ASAP Start 35 hours a week Duties Include: Demonstrated experience in a payroll environment Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with the CHRIS21 payroll system Be able to assist in the payroll production by receiving, checking and calculating employee timesheets, check input data and pre-payroll reports Carry out customer service enquiries in a timely and efficient manner, and ensure external organisations requests are dealt with promptly and courteously Ensure that the maintenance and updating of all personnel records relating to salary rates, Long Service Leave, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, deductions and other payroll related information is carried out in a timely and efficient manner to the satisfaction of the Payroll coordinator Demonstrated ability in the use of a PC, including skills in word processing, spread-sheeting and email applications, and the management of one’s own time to achieve set objectives and completion of tasks in a timely manner Proven ability to work under pressure Key Selection Criteria: Experience in a payroll environment. Knowledge of and experience with the CHRIS21 payroll system. A certificate in administration, payroll administration or similar field is require. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity or roles in Local Government, please contact Wallentina Simmons on 0412 102 322
Administration Officer Immediate Start - Local Government Contract $32.70 per hour + super Public Sector People are currently working with a large local government organisation who are looking to engage an Administration Officer for their Waterways Team. Ideal Candidate: Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person who has an aptitude for extracting information from digital information management systems. This will include searching within content manager (CM9) and asset management (Technology One) information systems to identify properties containing specific types of water sensitive urban design assets, and extracting information about the property, its owners and specific attributes of those assets. The role may also involve using geographical information system (GIS) software to manage and display geospatial data. It will involve working closely with other council officers to transfer data into a newly developed information management application, and to test and monitor the performance of this new system as it moves from the testing phase to the implementation and operational phases. Essential Skills: Basic understanding and aptitude for digital information management systems Moderate to advanced skills with Microsoft Excel / Spreadsheets A basic aptitude in Systems Thinking An ability to plan and prioritise work Desirable Skills: Basic understanding of geographical information management software A general understanding of project management Attention to detail Familiarity with Microsoft Word Critical thinking – the ability to collect data, process it and glean information that will assist with process / system improvement. If you would be interest in having a confidential discussion about potential opportunities or know someone who would be, please get in touch on 0412 102 322 or alternatively email a copy of your resume across to wallentina@publicsectorpeople.com.au
HR Project Officer Jan 2021 Start Local Government Contract Client: Our client is a large Local Government organisation looking to engage HR Projects Officer for an initial 6 month contract. Benefits Include: $39 per hour + super Initial 6 month contract role Jan 2021 Start Key Duties Include: Assist with the auditing of remuneration related information that will include but not be limited to HRIS records, job evaluations, position descriptions and organisation charts Provide technical support and advice to the Executive Manager People and Culture Generate remuneration related documents and reports Assist with the maintenance of Council’s HRIS system and data management generally Ensure accuracy and integrity of information through a data cleansing exercise to ensure the management is presented with an accurate reflection of their data Assist with staff consultation processes including the development of information for review by the management or Staff Consultative Committee For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity or similar roles in Local Government, please contact Wallentina Simmons on 0412 102 322 | wallentina@publicsectorpeople.com.au.
Revenue | Payroll Expression of Interest Local Government Without a doubt the past few months have been an extremely challenging time for us all, however more opportunities are popping up in Local Government which is why we are looking to speak to Revenue and Payroll professionals. Local Government Experience Advantageous Systems: Chirs21, Aurion, TechOne, Authority If you would be interest in having a confidential discussion about potential opportunities or know someone who would be, please get in touch on 0412 102 322 or alternatively email a copy of your resume across to wallentina@publicsectorpeople.com.au