Community Development Officer - Public Events & Arts

• Full Time Permanent
• One of the Fastest Growing Local Governments in Australia! Great Career Opportunities!
• Flexible Family Friendly Work Options!
• Paid Parental Leave!
• Up to 3% Superannuation Co­-Contribution!

Avoid the city chaos and embrace the family friendly, country town atmosphere of Mundijong! Use your proven arts background to help shape our rapidly growing Shire.

Join us at "The Shire"

Here at "The Shire" we live and breathe our values of Accountability, Collaboration and Trust to proactively support our fellow employees and our local community. We encourage and embrace positive change and are looking for like-minded individuals to join our fun and dynamic team! We are seeking an experienced and professional Community Development Officer with a passion for Arts, Culture and Events.

The CDO - Public Events & Arts is responsible for overseeing the public event application process for commercial and community run events within the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, in liaison with internal departments, and is the primary contact for the community and general public in relation to events hosted and delivered within the Shire.

In this role you will have the following accountabilities:

• Advise and guide public event organisers through the Public Event Application process to ensure timely submission of high-quality applications plus champion best practice through consultation with internal stakeholders.
• Provide support, advice and assistance to community groups and other stakeholders in the delivery of identified Public Art initiatives within the Shire.
• Actively build capacity within community organisations/external stakeholders to develop their skills to enable them to independently organise and deliver effective, efficient and successful community events.
• Lead the delivery of Public Art projects undertaken by the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale including, but not limited to, the development of briefs, reports/presentations, quotation/tender processes and commissioning arrangement.
• Develop a sense of community connection and local identity through active networking with community groups, funding partners and other stakeholders as appropriate to the delivery of artistic initiatives.

Our preferred candidates will be able to demonstrate the following skillset:

• Sound knowledge of the event management industry and relevant project management frameworks - planning, assessing and evaluating community events, activities and programs.
• Well-developed understanding of public art commissioning and cultural policy/strategy plus experience in working with artists and developing/delivering community arts strategies, programs and projects.
• High level organisation and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and remain calm under pressure.
• Advanced interpersonal, public relations and customer service skills, with demonstrated ability to engage with a wide range of community stakeholders, government agencies and the general public.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, in particular skills in establishing networks, advocacy, making public presentations, stakeholder engagement and the preparation of reports and briefing documentation.

The Important Stuff!

An attractive salary is on offer of up to $78,000.00 per annum is on offer dependent on experience. Not only will you have the opportunity to swap the city chaos for our fabulous natural environment and quiet rural outlook, but here are also some other great benefits:

• Free local gym membership & Wellness programs
• Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening.
• Two additional Local Government days off per year plus the option of Purchased Leave.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
• Professional development opportunities - study leave and study assistance.

About the Shire!

Located in Mundijong just 45 minutes from the Perth CBD on the picturesque backdrop of the Darling Scarp, our Shire is one of the fastest growing Local Governments in Australia. What that means is that we are transforming the way our community works, lives and plays. It's an exciting time at "The Shire" and you could be a part of it!

Our community come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, because it's the right thing to do and because it makes our organisation stronger.

Where do I apply?

Submit your cover letter and resume online by 12 noon Friday 18th October 2024. We are reviewing applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected. Previous applicants need not apply. We recommend you apply as soon as possible.