About the role

As a member of the Community and Libraries Youth Development team, the Youth Activity Officer supports the operation of our Youth Centres, as well as related youth programs in Bullsbrook. This position engages directly with young people to:

Promote participation in the Youth Centre and supporting programs,

Incorporate youth input and ownership into program design.

The position is primarily based in Bullsbrook but may also be considered for Ellenbrook, Dayton, or Midland should vacancies arise.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

Support the implementation and supervision of a range of activities

Engage directly with young people

Promote participation

Work collaboratively within a team

About you

The successful candidate will have the following:

Current Working with Children’s Check or willingness to obtain

Relevant qualification in Youth Work or relevant qualifications (desirable but not essential)

Experience working with young people and supporting youth activities

A satisfactory National Police Certificate

Driver’s Licence desirable

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

About working with us

The rate for this position will be from $35.38 - $42.30 per hour plus 25% casual loading, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including

Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 16.5%

Comprehensive employee wellness program

Free parking options available

Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Teisha Morley directly on 9267 8674.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on 9267 9145.

To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Wednesday 14, March 2025 at 11:00PM AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.

*No agencies please.