AddressAre you passionate about building strong communities and making a difference? Do you thrive in roles where you can engage with diverse stakeholders and make strategic decisions that impact the lives of residents? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
- A purposeful role where you can make a difference in the lives of Lake Mac residents
- Flexible work arrangements, including a 9-day fortnight!
- Live, work, and play in the beautiful Lake Macquarie region
LET’S EXPLORE THE JOB
The Community Engagement Officer - Leasing is part of the Community Partnerships team and is a strategic and customer focused role responsible for managing Council’s community leasing portfolio. You will establish and maintain strong relationships with a range of stakeholders and partners within the community and provide advice, build relationships and apply community development principles to decision-making.
We’re looking for a person who will be responsible for engaging with community groups, is a key point of contact for those groups, and has a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration. A critical part of the role is understanding the community and developing capabilities in others through partnerships, coaching and managing expectations. The person will support a range of community groups to align their activities with Council strategies to achieve improved outcomes.
Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Conditions of Employment include:
- After hours attendance at meetings may be necessary
- Attend Council meetings as required
LET’S HEAR ABOUT YOU
You are compassionate and community-minded, with a deep understanding of diverse communities and their needs. A strategic thinker, you’ll bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in community development, leasing management, or social development. You thrive in challenging situations, applying your problem-solving and negotiation skills to resolve issues and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
You will also meet the following:
- Degree level qualifications in Community Development or Business or a relevant discipline or at least 5 years experience in a similar role
- Knowledge or the ability to interpret Plans of Management, Crown Land Legislation, community management structures and community development principles
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, regulation and policies
- Proven interpersonal and communication skills when liaising with internal and external stakeholders.
If you're ready to bring your passion, expertise, and skills to a role where you can truly make a difference in our community, then we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of our community and creating lasting positive change. Together, we can make a difference.
LET’S REVEAL THE PERKS
- Competitive salary from $88,475 to $102,823 per year plus 12% superannuation
- 35-hour week with flexible working hours, hybrid working model, and nine-day fortnight
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Learning and development opportunities
- Be mentored and work closely with your team in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment
- We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program
- Free parking within walking distance of our new contemporary office building
- At Lake Macquarie City Council, we value our staff and the hard work they do. In return we offer a range of benefits click here to view more benefits on offer
CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY
We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That’s why we’re passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you’re joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We’re proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.
LET’S START
- Applications close midnight, Sunday 26 May 2024
- Interviews will be held, Thursday 30 May 2024
- For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Jen Lojszczyk, Coordinator Community Facilities Management on 4921 0019 or via email **********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor on 4069 0083 or via email **********@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
- We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
- To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here.
- To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.
- Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment.
