Executive Strategic Planner

Cumberland City Council is located within the fast-growing Central City District and is on the doorstep of two of Greater Sydney’s new cities, between the Greater Parramatta and Olympic Park (GPOP) area and the new Western Parkland City. The Central City District is benefiting from unprecedented city-scale infrastructure investments, making this an exciting time to join Cumberland.

Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland is the fourth most populous LGA in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.

Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent.

Cumberland City Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the care and protection of all children and young people. Council has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel **_welcome_**, **_belong_**_ _and **_succeed_**.

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
In contributing to the overarching vision, the Executive Strategic Planner supports the development and implementation of the long term land use vision for the Cumberland area. This includes Cumberland City’s planning controls, corridor and precinct plans, planning proposals, planning agreements, and strategic planning and land use advice. The Executive Strategic Planner will also contribute to the overall effective operation of the Environment and Planning Directorate.

The successful applicant will require:

- Degree in Town Planning or equivalent, with eligibility for membership of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA), and demonstrated ability to operate at a principal level
- Experience in mentoring and developing team members to ensure they perform planning tasks to the required standard and within the allocated timeframes
- Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent written communication and presentation skills, and ability to effectively tailor communication on planning issues to different audiences
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, engage and present to a wide range of people - both internally and externally - to determine stakeholder issues and explain complex planning issues and concepts
- Proven ability to manage a number of complex projects with multiple stakeholders simultaneously, on time, within budget, and in response to competing pressures
- Class C driver's licence.

Download the position Description here for more information.

**Position information**: This is a permanent, full-time position, working 35 hours per week, with access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement and availability to flexible working arrangements.

This role is predominantly located at Council's Auburn office and may be required to work across any of Council's work locations.

**Salary information**: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 13 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a negotiable salary of up to $129,715 per annum, plus 10.5% superannuation
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
- Car Allowance of $10,733.06 per annum or option to select a leaseback vehicle is available, dependent on preference.

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER**:

- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including from working from home opportunities (up to 3 days per week, by agreement)
- Access to Council's 9 day fortnight Accrued Day Off (ADO) arrangement
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave, 15 days personal leave per year, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned swimming pools
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

**ABOUT US**:
Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position. This may include criminal record checks, qualification and licence checks, and proof of the right to work in Australia (please refer to the position description for the specific qualifications and requirements for this role). Copies of sighted