Manager Community Care

Benefits of Working at Mildura Rural City Council
As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Flexible Work Arrangements (Work from Home, Flextime, Purchase of Additional Leave)
• Relocation Assistance available to support a move to the region
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Support for Families with 16 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs

This is an exciting role that works closely with the Executive Leadership Team, the CEO and Councillors.  To be successful in this position, you will have relevant managerial experience, knowledge and relevant qualifications, complemented by the desire to contribute to a vibrant regional city’s future.

Mildura Rural City is a rapidly growing and leading regional city servicing a diverse community. Situated in tropical north Victoria on the iconic Murray River, the area is renowned for its agricultural, horticultural and tourism industries, its warm climate and relaxed lifestyle.

Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer.

Key Objectives

• Lead the Community Care Branch to achieve outcomes within Council Plan with a customer-centric, excellence-focused approach.
• Drive and collaborate on strategic planning and implementation.
• Guide, motivate and develop a high-performing Branch
• Manage budgets, people, and resources for optimal outcomes.
• Contribute to policy development and oversee its implementation.

How we will support you

• Detailed and structured induction into the organisation to ensure you have every opportunity of success
• Access to experienced experts and leaders both within the organisation, the community and the Local Government industry
• Professional Development support to help you maintain and develop your skills to further enhance the value you bring to our community
• Relocation assistance available

Salary and Conditions

A generous salary package of $196,519 that includes private use of a fully maintained vehicle, mobile phone, superannuation and leave entitlements.  You will also have access other generous entitlements through our Enterprise Agreement.

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment.

Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

Applying for this position

All applications must include:

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter

Applicants that do not address the key selection criteria in their application may not be considered

Submit your application

By email to: humanresources@mildura.vic.gov.au
All emailed applications will be acknowledged.

In person to: Mildura Rural City Council, 108 Madden Avenue, Mildura

More information
If you would like a confidential discussion about the position please call Mark Jenkins, General Manager Healthy Communities on 03 5018 8201 to schedule a suitable time.

If you would like to know more information about Mildura Rural City Council or the recruitment process, please call Human Resources on 03 5018 8100 or email humanresources@mildura.vic.gov.au