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SalaryWork Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Emerald
Department: Communities
Salary: Award Stream A, Level 3-4: $75,333.96 – $86,576.99 + Superannuation
Are you passionate about arts & culture within regional communities?
Central Highlands Regional Council has an exciting opportunity for a motivated & creative Arts and Cultural Officer to join the team in Emerald.
In this role you will assist in promoting the identity of the Central Highlands region and contribute to community cultural development by facilitating the delivery of the Regional Arts Development Fund program and supporting the objectives of the Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee.
As this role is required to travel and attend community events and activities across the region which may be outside standard working hours, the successful applicant must be able to be flexible with their working hours.
This is a pivotal role within our community where you’ll be required to:
- Coordinate arts, cultural, heritage and educational events and activities within the community
- Coordination of partnership programs with groups such as the Central Highlands Arts and Cultural Advisory Committee and Arts Queensland
- Support with administrative tasks and projects
- Collaborate with galleries, artists, community groups, schools and Councillors
- Successfully run events including workshops and information sessions
To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to possess:
- Demonstrated understanding and interest in the arts, culture and heritage sectors.
- Demonstrated project management and event coordination skills, with the ability to plan and deliver community meetings, programs, events and initiatives.
- High level interpersonal and communication skills, including proven ability to interact positively and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders and community.
- Experience in effective recording of statistics and monitoring of program budgets.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Queensland Working with Children Blue Card.
- C Class Drivers Licence
If successful in this position you will be working with a highly collaborative team and be supported by a leadership team who will empower you to succeed.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Communities team who are committed to making a difference, then we’d like to hear from you!
Working for Central Highlands Region has its benefits.
We are a progressive region, committed in creating opportunities for all. We welcome forward thinking individuals who are focused on continuous improvement, a sustainable future and understand the valuable role we play in investing in our regional community.
Benefits Include:
- A generous superannuation scheme – up to 19.75% for employees contributing 6% (conditions apply)
- 5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- Corporate uniform allocation
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight or 19 day month
To apply for this position:
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
Please download and review the position description to ensure you meet the mandatory requirements.
To be considered for this position, please include the following documents:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation for applying for this position.
- Your resume detailing your career history relevant for this position.
Applicants who progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a shortlisting assessment.
Pre-employment Checks
To be appointed to a position within the Central Highlands Regional Council, you must be an Australian citizen, or have permanent residency status, or hold a visa permitting you to work in Australia permanently.
The pre-employment checks relevant to this position include:
- Right to Work in Australia
- Medical assessment
- Reference and qualification checks
Applications Close 8am Wednesday 24 April 2024
