Senior Contributions Officer
- Picton location
- Permanent Full-Time
- Salary commencing from $114,493 + 12% Superannuation
- 35-hour week with flex-time system and hybrid working arrangements
About the opportunity:
As the Senior Contributions Officer, you will undertake a range of development contributions matters in accordance with the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, and other legislation. You will demonstrate a sound understanding of a contributions plan, have the ability to build relationships with internal and external customers, you will be able to participate in negotiations, and considered financial implications.
To succeed in this position, you will meet the following criteria:
- Degree qualifications in Town Planning, Social Planning, Asset Management, Project Management, Civil or Structural Engineering, Financial Management, Accounting or related discipline.
- Demonstrated relevant work experience including implementing and administrating a Contributions Plan.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating, implementing and monitoring development contributions, planning agreements or works in kind agreements in a growth centre or priority precinct context.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Integrated Planning and Reporting requirements under the NSW Government Act.
- Demonstrated experience in a Local Council, State Agency or private sector in a Sydney Growth Centre of area experiencing high growth.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate, influence and negotiate effectively with all levels of Council and the community.
- Demonstrated ability to provide high level customer service to internal and external customers in what may be unusual or complex situations.
- Demonstrated ability to show initiative and innovation when investigating, analysing & solving problems or taking advantage of opportunities.
- Demonstrated ability to complete ongoing planning involving complexity to ensure effective contribution to work programs.
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply accounting principles and legislation relevant to an organisation.
What we can offer you:
Located on Sydney’s southern fringe, Wollondilly Shire Council spans 2,560 km² of natural bushland, scenic waterways, and vibrant, welcoming communities.
Delivering exceptional, high-performing services to our community is fundamental in what we do. We continuously seek opportunities to strengthen our service delivery and require experienced and qualified professionals to join us in Making Wollondilly even better, together. We actively cultivate a positive and supportive work environment, providing a variety of benefits to support, reward and actively engage our workforce including;
- Learn, develop and grow your career with our Growth Learning Program
- Be acknowledged in our STAR Reward and Recognition program
- Participate in our Educational Assistance Program
- Stay connected with our Health & Wellbeing programs
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Want to find out more?
Further Information: Ron Dowd, Team Leader Contributions Planning, 02 4677 9714
Applications Close: 5:00pm Monday, 22 September 2025
Only applications received via Council’s online recruitment platform be considered. To apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident, or have unlimited work rights in Australia without visa restrictions.
All positions are engaged Monday to Sunday (except otherwise stated) in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks including a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol screening), police clearance, qualification and bankruptcy verification, and a valid WWCC.
Wollondilly Shire Council is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and diverse workplace culture. We uphold our responsibility as a child-safe organisation, dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of children and young people. We encourage applications from First Nations peoples, individuals with disability, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. We actively provide reasonable adjustments ensuring applicants are supported throughout the recruitment process.
