Disability Inclusion Officer

Permanent, Part-Time (25 Hours Per Week)

Salary: $81,974 - $97,482 per annum (pro rata) + 12% super

Benefits:

• Free parking and safe bike storage

• End of trip facilities

• Health and Wellbeing program

• Discounted membership at Fremantle Leisure Centre

• 19-day month for eligible employees

• Superannuation co-contribution options

• 17.5% leave loading

The City of Fremantle provides an eclectic mix of services, facilities and events to local residents, businesses and visitors. We are committed to employing caring, competent, adaptable and responsive, professional individuals who are excited about making Fremantle a welcoming city for all. We aim to do this through our culture, whereby we take ownership, bring creativity and innovative thinking, collaborate to create better outcomes, and celebrate our collective success.

We have adopted Activity Based Working (ABW), where staff are empowered to choose the best workspace to produce their best outcomes each day. Our offices at Walyalup Civic Centre support this way of working by providing a variety of spaces, settings and technology to help staff thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

The Disability Inclusion Officer leads the City of Fremantle's efforts to create a more accessible and inclusive community through the strategic implementation of disability access and inclusion initiatives. Serving as the primary liaison between the City and the community, the role ensures that people with disability and diverse communities can effectively communicate their views, interests, and needs. The officer drives organisational change by embedding inclusive principles into policies, programs, infrastructure, and communications through collaboration, advocacy, and capacity building. The role also leads the implementation, monitoring, and review of the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2021–2025 and coordinates the development of DAIP 2026–2031.

This position reports to the Community Development Team Leader and will be expected to bring creativity and flexibility, along with the following attributes.

• Tertiary qualification and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience in a relevant field such as community development, social sciences, disability services, occupational therapy or related discipline.

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures impacting on the delivery of services to people with disabilities.

• Proven knowledge and experience with Disability Access and Inclusion Plans, including their development, management, implementation and evaluation.

• Extensive knowledge and experience within, the disability sector including current access and inclusion policy and practice relating to accessible premises, services, events and information.

• Demonstrated experience in implementing strategies for inclusion and community participation for people with disabilities.

• Highly developed verbal and written communications skills across a broad range of mediums, and the ability to undertake consultations, collaborations and work effectively in team environments.

• Strong project management capabilities with highly developed time management and organisational skills.

• Current Police clearance.

The City of Fremantle promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. The City encourages people of all ages, genders, and abilities, Aboriginal Australians and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.

If you have any access needs that may require reasonable adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please get in touch with the contact below. If you are an Aboriginal person or a person with a Disability who would like assistance with your application, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre on 136464.

Application Instructions:
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Applicants should provide a current curriculum vitae and a two-page (maximum) cover letter in .pdf format. You do not need to address the selection criteria. Your CV and cover letter should demonstrate how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the advertised position. The estimated closure date is 5pm Sunday the 13th of July but we reserve the right to close the ad prior to this date.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail please contact Thomas Wood, Team Leader Community Development on 0473 664 755.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.