Operations Coordinator

Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula.  We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Council’s Safer Communities Department is looking for an Operations Coordinator with Community Support Frankston (CSF), who will be responsible for position objective.

The main responsibilities will include: 

• Coordination, supervision, rostering and debrief of staff/volunteers as they undertake their assigned duties. 
• Recruit, assess, and train staff/volunteers to ensure that personnel levels are suitable for CSF to maintain its services effectively and efficiently within the community.
• Liaise with external service providers, including co-located services, in assisting our staff/volunteer team to secure positive outcomes for clients
• Administering and distributing Emergency Relief Program funds under the guidelines, policies and procedures of CSF and funding bodies

This is a full-time role working 38 hours per week, based at the Community Support Frankston building located at 35 Beach Street Frankston. 

• We are looking for a person that is able to motivate a diverse team of staff/ volunteers, and work collaboratively with others in a fast-paced environment  
• You have the ability to make clear, concise and well communicated decisions on individual circumstances
• Have demonstrated skills in managing conflict situations with a strong ability to multi-task and support others  
• You hold a minimum Diploma of Community Services or relevant qualifications in a welfare/ community support / development vocation

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

• Access to professional and career development opportunities
• Purchased leave
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• Employee assistance program
• Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band 5 currently remunerated between $78,589.24  to $90,272.36 per annum, plus superannuation. Salary level will be based on the experience level of the candidate. Overtime will also be paid as required.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact Steve Phillips via email address *******@frankston.net

The position description for this role can be found on the Frankston City Council Careers page. 

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse.  Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councillors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.  

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver Licence and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.