Policy Officer

The Policy Officer is responsible for the development and implementation of a range of policies.

Your new company 

City of Palmerston’s vision is to create ‘A Place for People’, where we focus on our strengths to ensure our City thrives into the future. 

Our community is at the centre of everything we do. In achieving this, we contribute to the vision which:

• Palmerston is a welcoming, vibrant family city that fosters diversity and unity.
• In Palmerston, everyone belongs; and
• In Palmerston, everyone feels safe.

Your new role 

Working with the Regulatory Services Manager and the Regulatory Services Operations Lead, the Regulatory Services Policy Officer is responsible for development and implementation of a range of policies, programs and services that contribute to the delivery of the City of Palmerston Community Plan, including:

• By-law review, consultation and update.
• Animal Management policy framework development and implementation.

What you'll need to succeed 

• Relevant qualifications or currently undertaking qualifications in law, public policy, education, conservation or other related fields and disciplines.
• Demonstrated policy research, strategic thinking and analytical skills and experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of government policy, preferably in a related field.
• Proven program and project management experience, including budget management.
• The ability to interpret, adhere to and regulate relevant Northern Territory Government and Council legislation and policies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise with a wide cross-section of people and manage business correspondence.
• Proven ability for accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure, according to complex policy and procedures.
• Comprehensive research, interpretation and critical analysis skills
• Ability to successfully coordinate, advocate and negotiate with key stakeholders, establish and maintain strong and broad stakeholder relationships
• Sound knowledge of the operations of local governments and the functions of Regulatory Services and an interest in government and political processes
• A positive attitude and commitment to delivering quality customer service
• A clear understanding of the role that Work, Health and Safety plays within the workplace coupled with a willingness to commit and adhere to Work, Health and Safety practices and policies

What you'll get in return 

- $50 Per Hour plus casual loading

- 6 month Assignment

What you need to do now 

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.