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Lismore City Council is dedicated to building a vibrant and active community. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Events Officer to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and execution of various events within our community.
As Events Officer you will be responsible for assisting with documents for timelines, marketing plans, project management plans, and risk assessments for all Council-owned events. You will also coordinate events, provide event support and advice to external organisers, manage and deliver events, and conduct post-event evaluations.
You will be working full time, 35 hours a week and will and will be primarily based at the Gordon Pavilion at Oakes Oval.
What we can offer you
- Salary from $1,263.60 a week plus superannuation.
- Flexible work options working within operational requirements.
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
What we trust you to deliver
- Assist with documentation for event timelines, marketing, project management, and risk assessments.
- Provide support and advice to external event organisers.
- Liaise with Council staff on regulatory matters related to events.
- Support the Events and Facilities Coordinator during peak times.
- Update event social media pages and liaise with the Media and Community Relations Coordinator.
What you'll need to be successful
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification with 2 years of experience in a similar role within an events environment.
- Current Class C Driver’s License.
- Demonstrated high-level customer service experience.
- Proficiency in computer literacy, including word processing and maintaining corporate records.
We list items to give you an opportunity to showcase your potential and how you can evolve and grow with us.
Please review the position description and utilise your resume and application responses in the application form below to illustrate your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the position.
Applications close on 12 July 2024 at 4:00pm.
Additional details
If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Gavin McKean, Acting Events and Facilities Coordinator on 0427664***.
Prior to employment, a series of pre-employment evaluations may include but not limited to; health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history verification, psychometric assessments and reference checks.
In accordance with the requirement for ‘Working with Children' anyone starting a new, paid job in child-related work must apply for the Working With Children Check (WWCC). This is a requirement for this position and it is the responsibility of the successful applicant to have undertaken the WWCC and the ‘Clearance to Work with Children’ provided to Council prior to commencement. For further information on how to apply please refer to the Office of Children's Guardian website.
Lismore City Council is a proud employer of a diverse workforce, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to creating a diverse, flexible, and accessible workplace that mirrors the community we serve. We are also welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. Adjustments can be made throughout the application and selection process to support applicants with a disability. If you would like to discuss adjustments, please contact People and Culture team on 02 6625 0*** or email ******@lismore.nsw.gov.au
