Corporate Services
The Corporate Services Department provides the essential administrative, financial and organisational support required to enable Council to operate effectively, efficiently and transparently. The Department plays a critical role in supporting Council’s day-to-day operations and ensuring that services are delivered in accordance with legislative, financial and governance requirements.
Key responsibilities include customer service, the administration and collection of rates and charges, accounts payable and receivable, records and information management, information technology and communications, insurance services, and the provision and maintenance of Council’s IT hardware and software systems.
Through these functions, Corporate Services supports sound financial management, effective information governance, technological capability and responsive customer service. The Department works across Council to strengthen organisational capacity, support informed decision-making and contribute to the sustainable and effective delivery of services to the Southern Midlands community.