Emergency Management Project Officer

Temporary Funded Part Time until June 2028

$45.65 per hour (plus 15% superannuation)

Are you passionate about community safety and ready to lead from the front in emergency preparedness?

Swan Hill Rural City Council is on the lookout for a proactive and driven Emergency Management Project Officer to help us deliver on our responsibilities under the Emergency Management Act 2013. This is your chance to make a real difference—combining planning, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on support to keep our community safe and resilient.

What you will be doing

• Drive emergency planning and implementation across the municipality
• Support key committees and contribute to successful grant applications
• Build strong relationships with agencies, stakeholders, and the community
• Maintain and manage Crisisworks software and emergency documentation
• Deliver high-quality, responsive administrative support

What you will bring

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Flexibility to travel, including occasional overnight stays

You will need

• Tertiary qualifications with some relevant experience, or alternatively, significant relevant experience supported by lesser formal qualifications relevant to the position
• Experience in Project Management
• Proven experience in high-level administration
• Strong understanding of emergency management principles and practices
• A current and valid driver's licence
• A National Police Check issued within last six months

Highly desirable

• Familiarity with adult learning methods and risk assessment
• Experience using emergency management platforms (e.g. Crisisworks)

What we offer:

• Temporary Funded Part Time role until June 2028
• 24 hours per week Tuesday to Thursday (alternate days can be negotiated)
• Generous superannuation rate of 15% (as of 1 August 2025)
• Flexible and friendly work environment
• Active social club, staff events, and corporate wellness programs (e.g. subsidised gym memberships)

How to apply online

• Visit https://www.swanhill.vic.gov.au/Our-Council/Careers to download the Position Description.
• Submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
• Upload your resume and answer the following questions:

• Why have you applied for the role?
• Describe your understanding of the role.
• Describe your qualifications and/or experience and how you are suited to the role?

Applications Deadline

Applications close 12 noon, Tuesday, 1 August 2025.

Enquiries

Any further enquiries can be directed to Human Resources
Email:[email protected]
Phone: (03) 5036 2333

Ready to step into a role where your work truly matters?
Apply now and help shape a safer, more prepared Swan Hill.