Community Development Officer

Residential – Tom Price | Full time

Salary range is $73,361.60 - $84,801.60 p.a. negotiable dependent on skills and experience, plus allowances.

Other benefits include super matching scheme, and 6-weeks annual leave.

Shire provided accommodation is not available for this position.

About the Position

We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably experienced person to join our dynamic Community Services Team.

This position is responsible for supporting the Coordinator Communities East with the effective delivery of high-quality events, services, and programs for the local community. This includes assisting with and leading community development initiatives, including youth engagement, stakeholder management, club and group support and maintaining the Shire's partnerships and reputation in the community.

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for working with youth, families, and community groups from diverse cultural backgrounds. You will be creative and innovative in using activities to bring people together and increase liveability in our towns. Previous experience in a similar role will be highly regarded, however, with the right attitude and drive this experience is not essential.

Flexibility is essential for this role as it does involve after-hours, weekend, and public holiday work. Local government experience is not essential but will be looked upon favourably.

This position offers a competitive remuneration package and six weeks' annual leave. All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.

For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact Nerissa Carter, Coordinator Communities East on 0439 528 079.

Submitting your Application

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: www.ashburton.wa.gov.au by 9:00 AM Monday 16 June 2025.

Please note: Shortlisting may commence immediately, and this vacancy may close earlier than the specified deadline if a successful applicant is identified.

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for a National Police Check upon job application.