Community Development Support Officer
- Part time/Permanent - O.6FTE!
- One of the Fastest Growing Local Governments in Australia! Great Career Opportunities!
- Family Friendly - WFH options / Paid Parental Leave!
- 12% Super - Choose to co-contribute and receive up to 18%!
Avoid the city chaos and embrace the family friendly, country town atmosphere of Mundijong! Use your proven background in Community Development 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 Support Officer with a passion for administration.
Some of the key responsibilities of the role are:
- Assist in the delivery and promotion of programs, activities and events of the Community Development team, including youth community and civic event support where required.
- Guide public event organisers and coordinate internal requirements for Public Event Applications to ensure timely submission of high-quality applications.
- Undertake administrative requirements for (and participate in) the positive promotion and publicity of Community Development functions including managing customer enquiries via the Customer Records Management (CRM) system.
- In conjunction with Community Development Officers, coordinate administrative tasks relevant to Advisory Groups, Working Groups, Forums and other stakeholder meetings, including the coordination of agendas, minute taking and liaising with speakers.
- Provide administrative support, where required, for community grants programs, funding and event applications, in conjunction with Community Development Officers.
We are looking for a candidate with the following skills and experience:
- Strong administrative, time management and organisational skills in a Community Development context.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to detail.
- Commitment to customer service and sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, social media management, booking registration software and website functionality.
- Proven ability to work under pressure and use initiative.
- Sound interpersonal and communication skills across broad range of demographics.
The Important Stuff!
An attractive salary is on offer of up to $71,500 per annum (pro-rata) 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 and Wellness programs including Fitness passport.
- If you choose to contribute additional super, we will match up to 3% as a co-contribution.
- Free counselling, health assessments and health insurance discounts, annual flu vaccination and skin cancer screening.
- 22kW AC Charger for electric vehicles.
- Two additional Local Government days off per year.
- The option of Purchased Leave.
- Salary packaging options, including novated leasing.
- Professional development opportunities - study leave and study assistance.
- Free Onsite Parking.
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. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all applications as part of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Where do I apply?
Submit your cover letter and resume online no later than midday, Friday 08 August 2025. We are reviewing applications as they come in and the position may close earlier than expected. We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We encourage applications from all areas, including Mandurah, Peel.
