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Local Government Legislator

OSCA 121331·ANZSCO 111311

Employed

1,500

Part-time share

46%

Female share

52.6%

Median age

55 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Local Government - Elected Member.

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About this career

Represents the interests of people in a constituency as their elected member of a local government authority.

What they typically do

  • Develops local government policy, and formulates, amends and repeals legislation and by-laws
  • Represents the interests of constituents and advocates for their needs and concerns
  • Introduces proposals for government action and represents public and electoral interests
  • Issues policy directions to local government departments and exercises control over local government authorities
  • Collaborates with officials to develop and implement policies and programs
  • Attends community events and meetings to provide service to the community, gauge public opinion, and provide information on local government plans
  • May present petitions on behalf of concerned groups

Where they work

Public Administration and Safety

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
31.4%
NSW
22.1%
VIC
19.7%
WA
12.2%
SA
7.5%
TAS
4.6%
NT
2.3%
ACT
0.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Local Government Legislator.

  • Diploma of Local Government - Elected Member

    LGA50220 · AQF 5 · 4 providers

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