Recreation Development Officer

3 weeks ago


Caulfield, Australia Glen Eira City Council Full time

Recreation and Open Space
- Full-time
- Closing on: May 16 2023
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- Are you ready to assist in the development of recreational opportunities in our community?
- Full Time, Permanent Opportunity
- $89.4K - $97.5K per annum + Superannuation

**About the role**
In this role you will coordinate, develop and promote access to and development of recreational opportunities consistent with the needs of the Glen Eira community. You will advocate for new and upgraded facilities, liaise with other government departments for funding, and seek and provide opportunities for improved sport and recreation within Glen Eira.
- Other responsibilities include:_
- Provide research assistance in the development of recreation strategies and policy development.
- Assist with conducting audits within Council’s Park and Reserves, which may include site visits, liaising with external consultants, benchmarking against other councils and preparing priority listings.
- Assist with the implementation of the Tennis Strategy, Open Space Strategy, Active Recreation Action Plan, Pavilion Redevelopment Strategy and other relevant strategies.
- Undertake Community Engagement for projects pertaining to recreation.
- Ensure Council’s website is regularly updated with relevant and current information pertaining to recreation facilities within Glen Eira.

**About you**
As the Recreation Development Officer you will have the ability to liaise, gain cooperation and build positive relationships with all levels of staff across the organisation as well as external stakeholders. You will have an understanding of current trends and emerging issues in the planning and implementation of recreation and open space activities.

The following is also required:

- Tertiary qualification in recreation management, or other relevant discipline, and/or previous experience in local government or the sport and recreation industry.
- Experience with the preparation of policies, strategies and/or research projects, ideally related to sport and recreation.
- Demonstrated ability or transferable skills to prepare funding submissions, requiring factual and feasibility evidence, and manage and administer requirements of funding agreements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills as an active team member, and undertaking projects with a customer focus, including sound proficiency with Microsoft Office packages.

**Important Information**

**Working at Glen Eira City Council**
The City of Glen Eira is a dynamic municipality located within the southeast metropolitan region of Melbourne, approximately 10 kilometres from the CBD. Council provides a range of services to over 155,000 residents from more than 160 cultural backgrounds and over 16,000 businesses.

Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our 1,370 employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality it services.

Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.

**Employee Benefits**
We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council. We offer will offer you:

- Flexible work options
- A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
- Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
- Reward and recognition programs
- Comprehensive leave entitlements
- Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure

**How to apply**
Please attach your resume along with a cover letter detailing your experience and how it relates to the role.

**Glen Eira City Council prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer and a child safe organisation. As a Council, we are committed to**:

- **Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.**:

- **Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations.**

**We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.



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