About the Town

Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state; Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Galup and Bold Park in their lunch break, or after work.

Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very liveable suburbs, their streetscapes and character and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience.

The Role

Join the Regulatory Services Branch as our Community Safety Officer where you will be immersed in a range of rewarding tasks to meet the needs of our community. Key activities involve the coordination, implementation and evaluation of community safety and crime prevention initiatives, including the safety of children, seniors, and vulnerable persons. The role involves liaising with external government agencies and community members in response to community programs and concerns, as well as coordinating emergency preparedness and response plans. If you are passionate about delivering enhanced, effective and efficient services to the community, apply now!

This opportunity is offered on a temporary part-time 12-month maternity leave cover (46 hours per fortnight).

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will mirror the Town’s values of Friendly and helpful, Teamwork, Creativity, Integrity, and Respect, and be able to demonstrate the following:

Sound knowledge and experience in the development, coordination and implementation of community safety and emergency preparedness/response programs and strategies.

Experience in contract management, and the preparation, review and implementation of multi-agency agreements, Memorandums of Understanding and contracts.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with internal and key external stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes and shared goals.

Highly developed organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work independently to deliver timely outcomes.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing reports for broad scope audiences and the facilitation/coordination of group activities.

Qualification(s) relevant to community safety, emergency management or a related field (desirable).

Essential:

Australian working rights.

Why work for Town of Cambridge

Up to 17% Superannuation (employer contribution)

Health and Wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Training and Development opportunities

Free car parking

Free entry to Bold Park Aquatic

Quarterly staff cultural awards

How to apply

If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you!

For further information, including detailed positions descriptions, selection criteria, and how to apply for this position please visit the Town of Cambridge Careers page:

https://www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/Town-Council/Careers/Career-opportunities

Closing date: 5pm, Wednesday, 27 August 2025; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date