Group and Team: Community Programs, Youth
Location: Youth Arts and Recreational Centre
Employment status: Casual
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 1
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $36.97 to $42.42 per hour (inclusive of 20% casual loading) + 13% superannuation.

About the role

This role contributes to the success of the City by supporting the Youth Programs Team in delivering a range of youth focussed creative, recreational and wellbeing activities primarily at the Youth Arts and Recreation Centre and where required, externally in the community.

Role accountabilities include:

• Work under the direction of the Youth Programs Team Leader to establish and/or support programs and activities for young people during Open Access, with a focus on art, recreational and wellbeing programs.
• Identifying the needs and interests of young people accessing the centre and assisting in the development of programs and activities to address those needs and interests.
• Maintaining information as required including legal, daily reports, statistical information, financial, evaluation and monthly reports.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Youth Programs Assistant Position Description

About you

Are you looking for a rewarding and fun role working with young people in Hobart?

Do you have the enthusiasm and energy to assist with the delivery of youth programs?

If yes, then this role is for you with the below qualifications and experience;

• Completion of a Certificate Level Qualification in a relevant discipline (youth work, child protection, social work) or relevant experience.
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about Youth Programs in our beautiful City and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Dougal McLauchlan, Youth Programs Team Leader, on 0362382778 or email [email protected]

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday, 15 June 2025.