Community Programs Officer Cadet

Council has an exciting opportunity for a Community Programs Officer Cadet to be involved in all aspects of delivering innovative programs to our community which strive to build capacity, enhance wellbeing and strengthen social cohesion. This will include working across a variety of target groups, locations and community issues ensuring you gain hands on experience while studying part time to obtain your social sciences or community development qualifications.

The Community Development team are responsible for the organisation, development, and implementation of community programs across the City and will work closely with the Community Planning Team to make sure what we deliver is effective and evidence based.

Reporting to the Team Leader Community Programs, this role will assist the Community Development team deliver a range of programs and other initiatives that promote community awareness.

Our Community Development team is a supportive, vibrant and inclusive team that will support and encourage your growth during the start of your career.

About us: 

Shellharbour City, located in the Illawarra region, is just 80 minutes south of Sydney and is home to over 76,000 people in a city that spans 154 square kilometres.  It's an area of great natural beauty - stretching west from the picturesque coastline to rolling pastures, set against the majestic backdrop of the Illawarra escarpment. 

Our dedication to be financially sustainable in an evolving environment, while striving for a great organisational culture and committing to employing staff who embrace our Core Values, has made Shellharbour City Council an employer of choice.

We have been recognised with a wealth of state and national awards in 2019, 2020 & 2021 including our 5 star Civic Centre building, Museum space and City Library, Winner in 2021 for Small Regional Airport of the year, and recently being presented an AR Bluett Memorial Award for Most Progressive Metropolitan and Regional Council in NSW.

We offer:

Shellharbour City Council offers a high performing and sustainable organisation to deliver outcomes for the community through leadership, collaboration and innovation. We have exciting, rewarding career opportunities and flexible working arrangements and work/life balance in a relaxed coastal lifestyle.

• Temporary full time position for up to four years (depending on stage of course completion)
• 35 hours per week, including evening and weekends as required
• Commencing salary starting from $52,358.80 per annum (depending on stage of course completion) 
• 11.5% superannuation
• Payment of course fees upon receipt of enrolment record
• Additional Allowance of $230 per subject for essential student expenses such as administration fees, course materials including textbooks and prescribed readings
• Study and Examination Leave for face-to-face and online courses
• Structured Cadetship Program including a Mentor and Peer Program
• Great organisational culture with a strong, values led and progressive team 
• Access to local government benefits such as; three weeks sick leave per annum, Fitness Passport, Provident Fund activities etc.  

Please Note this position: 

• Requires a National Police History Check clearance.
• Requires a current "Working with Children Check" clearance in accordance with the 'Child Protection (WWC) Act 2012 for Paid workers.
• Includes working evenings and weekends as required.

For further information about the position, click here for the position description.

Contact:  Bonnie Hittmann, Community Development Manager on 02 4221 6237

               Belinda Crook, Community Programs Team Leader on 02 4221 6120

               Kristi Barrett, Learning & Development Team Leader on 02 4221 6236

Closing date: Monday, 28 October 2024 at 11:30pm.

Apply now...

Complete the application below by answering the questions, describing how your skills and experience are relevant to the position.  

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For further information about the selection process including tips on how to address the selection criteria, please view our Guide To Applying.

Shellharbour City Council are an equal opportunities employer and promote the following;

We are a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. It is the responsibility of all employees to ensure that they treat our Community, Councillors, Customers and each other with respect and professionalism without regard to non-relevant criteria or distinctions.

We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation. Our commitment promotes the rights of all children and young people to be safe from harm when interacting with our services and spaces. To realise our vision for a child-safe Shellharbour, we know that we must work together to ensure our children are given every opportunity to be safe, happy and thrive.

Shellharbour City Council are dedicated to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes inclusivity. We recognise the unique strengths and talents that individuals with disabilities bring to our team, and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. We invite individuals with disability to apply for positions at Shellharbour City Council and we commit to discussing reasonable adjustments to roles (such as work hours) and the work environment (for example, different office equipment) where we can, to enable people with a disability to join our team. By doing so, people with disability can contribute to the skills, experiences, and perspectives that make our team stronger. Together, we can create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community and ensures that everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. At Shellharbour City Council, we believe that diversity is not just a policy—it's a reflection of who we are and what we stand for.

Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Sustainability represent who we are and what we expect of one another.

To work with us, you must be committed to role modelling our core values.