Lake Macquarie City Council

Parks Management Officer

Parks Management Officer

Term Contract Full-time – 6 months

Help shape the places our community loves.

• Make a real difference through problem-solving, business improvement and community engagement.
• Help shape the future of our parks, reserves and community spaces.
• Build your skills and career while bringing your initiative and ideas to our team.

LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB

Our Community Partnerships team is looking for aParks Management Officerto help manage and enhance Lake Macquarie's parks, reserves and community spaces. Working with a range of stakeholders, you'll contribute to projects, business improvements and community outcomes that help create places people love to visit and enjoy.

This is a varied role that brings together community engagement, business improvement, policy and procedure, compliance, bookings, project coordination and stakeholder management. You will work across Council, with community groups, volunteers, commercial operators and other stakeholders to help ensure our parks and community spaces are managed effectively, safely and in line with legislation and Council strategies.

You will be someone who can look beyond the immediate issue, identify opportunities to improve processes and take ownership of finding practical solutions.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage community and Council-managed Crown land activities, ensuring compliance with legislation, Plans of Management, policies and Council requirements.
• Build positive relationships with community groups, volunteers, commercial operators and other stakeholders to achieve practical outcomes.
• Review and improve business processes, policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, consistency and customer experience.
• Investigate issues, assess risks and identify practical solutions to support effective management of parks, reserves and community spaces.
• Coordinate bookings, community requests and small projects that improve community facilities and open spaces.
• Prepare reports, provide advice and work collaboratively across Council to support the delivery of services, projects and community outcomes.

The position may include:

• Occasional weekend and on call work
• Travel between Council sites
• Attendance at Council meetings

Read the position statementhereand learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU

We're looking for a proactive and solutions-focused professional who enjoys working with people, navigating complex issues and finding practical ways to improve outcomes.

You will bring strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, the ability to interpret legislation and policy, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. You'll be comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities and building positive relationships with community members, volunteers, commercial operators and Council staff.

Most importantly, you'll have a continuous improvement mindset and a genuine interest in helping shape well-managed, welcoming and accessible community spaces.

Criteria you will bring;

• Tertiary qualifications in community development, recreation, leisure studies or a related discipline, or advanced standing towards obtaining these qualifications, or extensive relevant experience.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build relationships and work with diverse groups.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate issues, solve problems and make sound decisions.
• Experience reviewing processes, identifying improvements and implementing practical solutions.
• Experience developing reports, policies, procedures or other business documentation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and take ownership of outcomes.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.

LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Competitive salary from $1,729 to $2,010 per week plus 12% superannuation
• Work that directly influences how our community uses and enjoys local parks and open spaces.
• A diverse role combining community engagement, policy, compliance, business improvement and project work.
• The opportunity to build relationships across Council and with a wide range of community stakeholders.
• Make a tangible contribution to the management, improvement and customer experience of Lake Macquarie’s community spaces.
• Click hereto view more perks on offer!

LET’S START

• If you are ready to bring your initiative, problem-solving skills, business improvement mindset and community focus to our team and help shape the future of our parks and community spaces, we would love to hear from you. Submit your resume and responses to the application questions bymidnight, Sunday 8 November 2026
• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Jen Lojszczyk, Coordinator Community and Recreation Engagement on02 4921 0019or via email[email protected]
• For enquiries about the recruitment process please contact Georgina Green,Talent Attraction Partner, on02 4921 0495or via email[email protected]
• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you!