Sports and Greenspaces Administrator

Sports and Greenspaces Administrator

Blacktown is a vibrant city located in the very heart of Greater Sydney, halfway between Sydney City and the Blue Mountains. It is a city of ambition and excitement. With a total of 54 residential suburbs, and population of 415,000 coming from more than 180 different birthplaces, Blacktown City is one of the most diverse communities in Australia.

Working in Blacktown City provides a wealth of professional opportunities. Blacktown City Council is the largest council in New South Wales, 4th largest in Australia and a leader in the development of the western Sydney region. With almost unmatched growth expected over the next 25 years, we are on an exciting journey of transformation to prepare for a population of more than 644,000. There has never been a more exciting time to join one of Sydney’s most dynamic and high-performing councils as we continue to deliver outstanding levels of service for our proud and diverse community and prepare our great city for the future.

Blacktown City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated, appropriately qualified and experienced person to be a part of our Sports Clubs Liaison team. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity where you will be responsible for providing support in relation to the management and operation of community and recreation facilities across the city. 

Your role as Sports and Greenspaces Administrator is critical in liaising with sporting bodies, clubs and external parties with regard to ground and facility allocation and providing high-level professional advice for the successful administration of sporting facilities within our city.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Assist in the management and bookings for the efficient use and allocation of sports fields, amenities and other Sports and recreation infrastructure
• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks including sports club scheduling, community events bookings, record maintenance, and communication with stakeholders 
• Providing a high level of customer service, with regular and clear communication regarding sports grounds, open spaces areas and other park and recreation facilities 

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• The preferred qualification for this job is a tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Sports Management, Recreation and/or relevant experience in a similar position
• Solid experience in an administrative function or similar role
• Experience in managing community sporting facilities and the proven ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
• Experience in the promotion and organisation of events and functions
• Demonstrated customer service and correspondence skills
• Demonstrated experience using computer software programs including Microsoft Office and the maintenance and development of databases
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Availability to work flexible working hours
• Holder of a current licence.

Remuneration and benefits

The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with Blacktown City Council’s Enterprise Agreement.

• Entry level for this position starts at $1,396.13 per week
• 35-hour working week 
• Opportunity to participate in Council's flextime arrangement
• Employee benefits such as leave entitlements (where applicable), 11% employer contribution payable to your nominated superannuation fund, Fitness Passport, gym membership discounts, and social clubs.

Our commitment to safety

Blacktown City Council is committed to safety. We have introduced alcohol and other drug testing at the pre-employment phase, and via a series of random and cause testing.

We are a child safe organisation that supports and promotes the safety, wellbeing and empowerment of children.

Position description 

Closing date:           Friday 2 February 2024, 11.59 pm    

Contact officer:       Tania Horman on 9839 6877

Internal ref:              BCC1942