Environmental Education Officer

Have a real impact on the daily lives of thousands
- Join a dynamic, diverse and future-focused local authority
- Work with purpose to create a sustainable future

We currently have an exciting opportunity available in the Environment Business Unit as an Environmental Education Officer on a 12 month fixed term contract.

**About Us**
When you join Willoughby City Council you join a close-knit team with a big impact. We are dynamic, diverse and future-focused. We value team players who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. We serve the community and make it our job to make people’s lives better. It’s all in a day’s work.

You’ll have the freedom to grow in your career alongside likeminded people who will support you every step of the way. You’ll be part of our transformation as a council and shape the future for the residents of Willoughby. And you’ll do it all from a thriving hub in Sydney, in the culturally-rich area we are so proud to call home.

**About you**
You’re looking for a role with purpose, one where you can make a meaningful difference. You have so much to offer. And we can see that. As much as you bring to the table, we provide you with the support you need to accelerate your career growth. We are constantly evolvingand that change brings with it new directions, skillsets and thinking for you to embrace. Through collaboration and projects across the organisation, you will have incredible opportunities come your way. How far you take them, well, that’s in your hands.

**About the role**
In the Planning & Infrastructure team, you will be responsible for managing a broad range of requests and processes supporting initial ideas through to final delivery. You’ll need to be proactive and a strong communicator. You’ll value teamwork, consistency and openness to change. At the end of the day, you’ll know that you are making a difference. The work you do is valued, both within Council and by the community. Making a tangible meaningful contribution is what you’ve been searching for. And you’ve found it at Willoughby City Council.

You will be responsible as the Environmental Education Officer managing the delivery of education projects and programs within Council and for our community to support the achievement of targets within Our Green City Plan 2028.

To be successful in this role you will have tertiary qualifications in Environmental Education, Environmental Science or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience and proven experience in researching, developing and delivering sustainability and waste educational programs.

**Enquiries**: Please contact David Roberts - Environment Manager on 9777 7528

Applications must address all of the key responsibilities outlined in the Position Description. Please note: Being fully vaccinated for Covid-19 is a requirement prior to commencement of employment with Willoughby City Council, except where a medical contraindication certificate is provided.