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The opportunity

Emergency Management plays an integral part in our community across Port Stephens. With the last few years filled with challenging storms, floods, bushfires and a global pandemic, the role of Emergency Management Resilience Officer, aims to actively support the community by partnering with our stakeholders before, during and after an emergency.

We’re seeking a collaborative and adaptable individual, with strong community engagement skills, to continue to uphold the high level of support the community of Port Stephens has come to know, and join our team.

As Emergency Management Resilience Officer, you’ll be building and maintaining strong relationships with our stakeholders, assisting them in their emergency management programs and supporting them through times of impact and recovery. Strong community engagement background.

Our team is small but dynamic, with you reporting directly to our Emergency Management Coordinator, and working alongside our Emergency Management Project Manager.

There is a need to be flexible given the nature of our work is unpredictable, with flexible working hours including some evenings and weekends as required.

This is a permanent opportunity – working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement

Base Salary Range: $77,355 - $91,003 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $19,364 motor vehicle allowance + $2,464 retention allowance

You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace

Some of the key responsibilities within this role are listed below however you can view the full list here – view the position description.

Develop, implement and evaluate emergency management focused educational, awareness and support programs to Council staff, the community and stakeholders

Engage with Council, local businesses, community groups and other organisations regarding emergency management initiatives

Provide support to impacted communities and support partners during and after natural disasters

Actively seek external funding and support for emergency management programs

We’re all about putting the right people, in the right role! Here’s what we’re looking for:

A tertiary qualification in project management, community engagement, education, emergency management or equivalent or related experience

Demonstrated experience in developing, coordinating and implementing community education programs

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Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu

Long service leave when you’ve been with us for just over 5 years

Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it

Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.

PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements

Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program

Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance

Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre

Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café

And lots more…

Enough about us, we want to hear about you! So tell us about…

What led you to a career in Emergency Management?

Outline a situation that demonstrates your experience in educating and engaging with community.

Ready to Apply? Here’s what you need to know

Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday, 24 August 2025

Contact: Janice Hicks, Emergency Management Coordinator, on (02) 4988 0351.

For information on our recruitment process, and what we look for in an application, please visit our Careers page on our website for ‘How to Apply’

To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description and our organisation Values

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