Health Promotion Coordinator (9629)

Unit: Environmental Health
Division: Connected City
Location: Council Centre
Employment status: Full-time (1 FTE)
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2021
Salary range: $85,906 to $93,915 per annum + 12.5% superannuation.

• Work in a dynamic team
• Build and shape a positive team culture
• Flexible working arrangements for a better work/life balance

This role contributes to the success of the City by delivering Health Promotion outcomes, organisation and management of the Council’s public immunisation services and programs, and the provision of administrative services to the Environmental Health Unit.

Role accountabilities include:

• Organise and coordinate the operation of the Council’s approved program for immunisation in a safe and effective manner including being responsible for managing all record keeping associated with immunisation consent processing, collate all immunisation data, and completing all statutory reporting.
• Represent City of Hobart at the relevant state and national level meetings and forums to review programs and provide input into immunisation and health and wellbeing programming and planning.
• Develop and deliver educational presentations to service providers and the general public which include advocacy and awareness of current Health Promotion programs.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Health Promotion Coordinator Position Description

Are you passionate about improving the health and well-being of your community? Do you have experience in designing and delivering effective Health Promotion programs and campaigns? Are you ready to work in a stimulating and diverse environment with a motivated and dedicated team? If so, you may be the person we are looking for with below Mandatory Qualifications.

To be successful in this role, you will have: 

• Diploma or Bachelor degree in Community Health, Health Promotion, Health Education or similar.
• Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
• Provide Basic Emergence Life Support (HLTAID010)
• Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) (HLTAID009)
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• Current Driver Licence.

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 12.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
• A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
• Low Interest Personal Loans (LGAT).

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal-opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages, and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, National Police History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Ensure you have copies of your resume, qualification/s, and your Driver Licence to attach at the end of your application.

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Felicity Edwards, Director Connected City on 03 6238 2*** or email ********@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to ***********@hobartcity.com.au.
Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.

Applications close 5pm Monday 29 January 2024 (AEDT).