Cloncurry Shire Council is seeking a Coordinator for John Flynn Place. Living and working in Cloncurry offers the best of both worlds – a friendly regional lifestyle with a strong sense of community, and the opportunity to develop your skills, and the satisfaction of preserving and sharing the unique history of John Flynn Place with visitors from around Australia and beyond.

What We Offer

• Full Time- 12 months employment contract- Level 4-5 ( QLG Industry - Stream A) -$77,000–$86,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Superannuation.
• 5 weeks Annual Leave (with 17.5% Leave Loading)
• Monthly RDO (13 per year)
• Personal (Sick) Leave
• Remote Area Housing Assistance ($60 pw Renting / $90 pw Homeowner)
• Locality Allowance

What You’ll Do

As the John Flynn Place Coordinator, you will:

• Oversee daily operations of the museum, delivering outstanding customer service to visitors.
• Manage exhibitions, collections, and special events, including developing annual exhibition calendars.
• Coordinate and support staff and volunteers across customer service, sales, and tourism services.
• Lead promotional activities, school and group programs, and cultural events to enhance visitor engagement.
• Develop and implement policies, business plans, and marketing strategies to ensure the museum’s growth and sustainability.
• Represent Council on the Friends of John Flynn Place Committee and collaborate with regional museums, galleries, and tourism partners.
• Provide support with Community Development event and activities.

What You Bring

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with the public, schools, community groups, and stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage projects, budgets, and exhibitions.
• Customer service skills, including conflict resolution and promoting cultural/tourism experiences.
• Competence with Microsoft Office applications, POS systems, and basic administration tasks.
• Supervisory experience to guide casual staff and volunteers effectively.
• A genuine interest in tourism, history, and cultural development.

Desirable

• Qualifications in Tourism, Museum Services, Arts Management, Humanities, or Education, or equivalent industry experience.
• Knowledge of Cloncurry’s history, tourism, and cultural environment.
• Experience in grant applications, sponsorship, or developing business and marketing strategies.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current Police Clearance.
• Positive Notice Working with Children Blue Card.
• Unrestricted C Class Driver’s Licence.

For a more detailed job outline, please refer to the attached PD

Locals are encouraged to apply!

Applications close on 19 September 2025 at 12 pm.

Cloncurry Shire Council reserves the right to commence recruitment prior to the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.