AddressAbout Us
Greater Hume Council is a large rural Council with a focus on responsibility, growth and sustainability. We are based in southern New South Wales, right near the Murray River, bordering Victoria and the local government areas of Albury, Federation, Lockhart, Snowy Valleys and Wagga Wagga Councils. Our offices are dispersed across Holbrook, Culcairn and Jindera, all a short drive to the shore of Lake Hume.
We offer a broad range of services such as swimming pools, libraries and early year's services through to waste collection, planning permits and major capital works development. Our staff appreciate our flexible approach to work life balance and our friendly, inclusive atmosphere. We enjoy delivering a high standard of meaningful, varied work to our diverse rural communities.
Why work with Greater Hume Council?
As Marketing and Communications Officer with us, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
? 35 hour week, 9 day fortnight (for a fixed 12 Month term) with a fortnightly rostered day off (RDO) creating a healthy work-life balance
? 11% Superannuation contribution, plus the option to salary sacrifice
? 4 weeks annual leave, including a paid shut down over Christmas and New Year
? 3 weeks sick leave upfront
? Ongoing access to professional development, with Council assistance up to $8,000
? Team professional development days every year
? Wellbeing programs including 24/7 EAP access, flu injections, skin checks and weekly wellness and physiotherapist visits
? Annual salary review opportunities.
In addition to the above, Marketing and Communications Officer attracts an annual salary ranging between $72,300 to $80,990 + 11% Superannuation, working 35 hours per week and a 9 day fortnight.
About the Position
If you are looking for a position that encompasses community and creativity, look no further! Greater Hume Council is offering a professional the opportunity to take Greater Hume to even greater heights.
We are searching for a passionate creative who can offer us:
? Tertiary qualifications, or demonstrated relevant experience in Communications and/or Marketing activities
? High level written and verbal communication skills
? Excellent time management skills
? High level of practical knowledge and experience with computers and software
? A self starter, showing strong initiative and good interpersonal skills.
As Marketing and Communications Officer, you will:
? Liaise with potential investors to present competitive advantages of the local area, capacity to fulfil their requirements, potential sites, linkages with potential suppliers or customers and planning permit requirements
? Take all industrial and residential enquiries from investors who are seeking information regarding available land for sale in Council led developments and liaise with General Manager where necessary regarding negotiations and including liaison with solicitors regarding conveyancing
? Assist new business start-ups ? business advice resources, provide linkage to other business support services
? Prepare applications/submissions for grants
? Participate and liaise with external bodies to promote local/regional economic development and employment opportunities
? Maintain the Business Database
? Assist in the compilation and distribution of a Business Newsletter on a quarterly basis
? Develop media releases
? Develop and implement Marketing Campaigns as requested
? Liaise with external stakeholders in relation to property sales
? Perform other duties as directed by the General Manager which are within the limits of the employee's skill, competence and training.
If you believe you can add even greater value to Greater Hume and would like to have a confidential discussion about the opportunities on offer, please contact our Tourism and Communications Coordinator, Emily Jones on 0448 099 ***.
Applications will be received until 12 noon Monday, 17 June 2024.
Please note that applicants may be contacted prior to closing date for interview.
