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Form of workDeadline: Friday 24 March 2023
Exciting Leadership role for this new multi-purpose Centre
Full-Time Permanent opportunity
Opportunity to expand and diversify the Centre's operations through direct service delivery and partnership models
Flexible working environment
Our Team
At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
The City Life Directorate delivers personalised and public services to enhance community life; including family, children, aged, leisure and cultural services. The Libraries and Lifestyle unit includes a large Library Network, Sport and Recreation team and the Young People team based at Arncliffe Youth and Recreation Centre.
Nestled within the Bloom Residential Development, Arncliffe Youth and Recreation Centre is accessible by public transport and vehicle. It includes 2 modern multi-sport courts, a large function room, commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, offices and activity rooms.
About the Role
The successful candidate will report to the Coordinator Young People and work with the Library and Lifestyle Teams to promote, activate and facilitate sport, recreation, youth and community focussed programs at Arncliffe Youth Centre through direct service delivery, partnerships and third-party bookings.
You will be responsible for leading, mentoring and developing staff and volunteers to implement a cost effective management model that delivers a diverse range of programs and activities to meet our community needs.
If you are an engaging and enthusiastic professional, enjoy a challenge and have experience in successfully managing multi-purpose sport, recreation and/or youth facilities, then this job is for you!
You can also expect to;
Manage the day to day operations of the Centre including staffing, utilisation, maintenance and improvements.
Develop and implement a diverse range of sport and recreation programs and activities through direct service delivery and/or bookings by third parties.
Work with the Young People Team to deliver services, programs and activities that meet the needs of young people and the broader community.
Develop and implement strategies and business models to promote, expand, diversify and manage the utilisation of the Centre including a Centre membership model.
Revise and develop policies and procedures that support the Centre operations.
Be accountable for the financial management and feasibility of the Centre including income generation, seeking grant funding and managing expenditure within approved budgets.
Mandatory and corporate reporting on the performance of the Centre.
About You
We are looking for someone who had;
Tertiary qualifications and experience relevant to the role
Demonstrated experience in managing multi-purpose centres particularly with a youth and/or recreation focus
Demonstrated experience in effective delivery of community, sport and recreation programs and initiatives
Current First Aid certificate relevant to the role or willingness to obtain
Current and cleared Working with Children Check (NSW) and Criminal History Check
Current Driver’s Licence Class C or HR licence, or willingness to obtain
Our Benefits and Culture
As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.
On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy;
3 extra days off during Christmas each year
15 days sick leave each year
2 days health and wellbeing leave
Gym membership discounts
Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
Apply Now
Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the job description.
Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter including your skills and experience (max 2 pages).
Applications must be submitted by email to recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au with the subject line titled: F23/149 Centre Coordinator - Arncliffe Youth and Recreation Centre
Deadline: Friday 24 March 2023
Salary Range: From $88,276.71 to $98,869.89 per annum, plus 10.5% superannuation
Enquiries: Bobbi Mayne, Manager Libraries and Lifestyle on 0421 706 005 or via email on bobbi.mayne@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Council is committed to the health and safety of its employees and addressing risks of COVID-19 in the workplace. Council’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy requires all workers to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment.
Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.
