Wingecarribee Shire Council

Community Development Officer

Community Development Officer
Permanent Full-time Opportunity (35-hour week)
Variable Day Off Scheme!
Opportunities for Flexible Working Arrangements
Salary Ranging from $81,196.44 - $94,363.36 per annum+ 11% Superannuation.

About the Role:

The role requires the incumbent to support community development, wellbeing and resilience in the shire through capacity building and the implementation of strategic plans. You will be working collaboratively across Council, with service providers and community organisations to deliver community development opportunities.

About Us

Wingecarribee Shire Council is in the magnificent Southern Highlands with a balance of pristine natural scenery and rich diversity of lifestyle choices from its historical past to modern amenities, all at your doorstep. With a population of over 50,000, Wingecarribee Shire has much to offer both the individual and family alike. Only 110 km from Sydney CBD and 70 km from Wollongong, we are a relatively easy traverse for those wishing to commute to the Shire and, equally so, for those who prefer to live in the Shire whilst enjoying an occasional jaunt to the City or Coast.

Our core values of RESPECT include Resilience, Empathy, Sustainability, Pride, Efficiency, Courage, and Teamwork define what behaviours are acceptable, expected and celebrated.

Selection Criteria

1. Tertiary qualifications in Social Sciences or related field and relevant work experience.
2. Demonstrated experience with cultural or community strategic planning.
3. Project and Event management skills and experience including managing grants, contracts and budgets.
4. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in capacity building and community development activities.
5. Advance communication and interpersonal skills, that include the ability to lead and influence
6. Ability to work flexibly to attend/manage programs and events.
7. Experience with Microsoft Office Computer applications and ability to learn new systems
8. Maintain unrestricted C Class drivers' licence
9. Current Working with Children Check

Benefits

• Variable Days Off in addition to Annual Leave, Health and Wellbeing Days and time off for Blood Donors
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development opportunities, including tertiary assistance

• Vaccination program including annual Flu vaccine
• Access to financial advice and guidance including advice from Active Super
• Flexible working arrangements
• Annual Health Fair and opportunity to participate in the Johnny Warren & Les Murray Memorial Cup

How to Apply
Please upload your current resume and statement of claims against the essential criteria. For further information about the role, please contact Corinne Buxton, Coordinator Community Development on 02 4868 0888.

In accordance with Wingecarribee Shire Council’s COVID 19 Safety Plan, we encourage all employees to be COVID 19 vaccinated.
Wingecarribee Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Applications are to be received by Wednesday 1st May 2024.