Project Officer

Salary: $80,125 - $110,017 p.a. plus 11.5% Super
- Fixed-Term, 12-month Contract
- Access to Council Variable Working Hours Scheme

**About the role**
This is a **12-month**, **fixed-term**, **full time** position working 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm) and will be based at the Nowra Administration Building. The team collaborates broadly across the organisation in relation to a variety of matters, including municipal strategy & policy, strategic & statutory planning, community facilities, asset management, and more.

The advertised salary is based on the grade of the position, comprising of 4 steps within the range shown. The starting salary is at Step 1 within the grade. Progression through the salary steps shall be based upon the achievement of performance objectives relating to the position.

**Duties**
Reporting directly to the Manager - Open Space & Recreation Planning, the focus of this position is to:

- Formulate municipal policy and strategy relating to community infrastructure (public open spaces).
- Collaborate directly with Council's Asset Strategic Planner as a member of the project team responsible for review of Shoalhaven City Council's _Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan _(CISP)
- Prepare plans of management for Crown land under Council’s management and control.
- Support the team lead and department manager to deliver objectives in line with Council’s Community Strategic Plan, Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan, Strategic Land Use Planning Statement, Disability Inclusion Action Plan, asset management plans, plans of management, and other adopted policies, procedures and statutory planning instruments.
- Lead and coordinate projects in accordance with recognised project management and engagement frameworks, including the preparation and maintenance of project management documentation.
- Liaise and work collaboratively with other council staff and stakeholders to deliver project outcomes.

**Skills & Experience**
To be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

- Completion, near completion, or commencement of qualifications in a field such as recreation planning, sports management, regional planning, urban or town planning, urban design, landscape architecture, placemaking, or related fields.
- Ability to interpret and exercise duties in accordance with the _Local Government Act 1993_ and other relevant legislation.
- Class C Driver’s Licence.
- Proof of right to work in Australia

**Grade 9**

**Grade 10**

**Grade 11**
- Completion, near completion, or commencement of qualifications in a field such as recreation planning, sports management, regional planning, urban or town planning, urban design, landscape architecture, placemaking, cultural planning, or related fields.
- Holds a Class C drivers licence
- Completed qualifications in a field such as recreation planning, sports management, regional planning, urban or town planning, urban design, landscape architecture, placemaking, cultural planning, or related fields.
- Demonstrated work experience (up to 4 years) in a similar role.
- Holds a Class C drivers' licence.
- Completed a degree or tertiary qualifications in a field such as recreation planning, sports management, regional planning, urban or town planning, urban design, landscape architecture, placemaking, cultural planning, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience (approx. 5 to 7 years) in a similar role and thorough / proficient working knowledge of legislation relevant to role.
- Holds a Class C drivers' licence.

This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 9, 10, or 11.

Grade 9 - Salary: $80,125 - $93,275 p.a. plus 11.5% Super

Grade 10 - Salary: $88,494 - $101,649 p.a. plus 11.5% Super

Grade 11 - Salary: $96,868 - $110,017 p.a. plus 11.5% Super

**About Shoalhaven City Council**
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

**Benefits**
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flextime for Indoor Staff
- Remote Working Arrangements
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs

**How to Apply**

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in