Group and Team: Community Programs, Youth
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent Part-time 0.68 (25.84 hours per week)
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 2
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $72,493 to $80,262 pro rata ($36.68 - $40.61 hourly rate) + 13% superannuation.

• Work with a dynamic, passionate and innovative team of game changers.
• Build and shape a positive team culture.
• Positively contribute to the local community.

About the role

This role contributes to the success of the City by identifying, developing, delivering and maximising opportunities for young people aged 12 to 25 to participate in creative, cultural, social and recreational programs within the Youth Arts & Recreation Centre and externally as part of Youth Programs.

Role accountabilities include:

• Coordinating and delivering workshops, programs, projects and events in creative art, cultural, recreational and social activities for children and young people in Hobart.
• Taking a lead worker role during Open Access sessions to actively connect with and engage young people.
• Supporting the development of promotional materials and documentation of creative programs and events, involving young people in the process.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Youth Arts Officer Position Description

About you

Do you have a passion for empowering young people through creativity and recreation?

We are looking for a dynamic Youth Arts Officer with a strong background in youth work, community arts, or a related field.

You will design and deliver inspiring programs, leveraging your excellent communication skills and collaborative spirit. Organised and adaptable, you will ensure the highest standards of safety and wellbeing.

Join us and make a difference in young lives with the following essentials

• Certificate in Community Arts, Youth Work, Community Development or equivalent, or work experience in a relevant field.
• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
• Current Drivers Licence.

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.
• A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• 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 working with young people and have experience engaging with them in creative and recreational settings and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d 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 03 6238 2778 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, 29 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.