Volunteer Support Officer

Kentish and Latrobe Councils are seeking an engaging Volunteer Support Officer to join our team.  This is a shared position between two Councils, offering diverse experiences and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across both municipalities.

In this part-time role (working 30 hours per week), you will work to enable safe, inclusive, and meaningful volunteer participation across the Kentish and Latrobe Councils.  You will work across a diverse range of community settings, including the management and delivery of Council-owned assets, community services, visitor experiences and events, to foster community involvement.

You will provide coordination, guidance, and administrative support to ensure that effective processes for recruitment, screening, induction, training, recognition, and ongoing engagement are consistently applied. You will be the central point of contact for volunteers, facilitating clear communication between volunteers, Council staff, and the community.

A key focus of your role is to ensure that all volunteer activities comply with relevant legislation, risk management practices, and Council policies. You will also support the delivery of volunteer recognition events and maintain accurate records, compliance checks, and databases to ensure the integrity of the volunteer program.

The successful applicant will have a Certificate III in a relevant field (e.g., community services, HR, or volunteer management) with at least three years' experience in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of skills and experience. You will hold a current driver's licence, a Working with Vulnerable Persons check, and First Aid certification or a commitment to obtain. You will have experience in volunteer coordination, community development, or program administration, with strong knowledge of compliance, risk management, and relevant legislation, including WHS, child safety, and privacy obligations.

This position may require after-hours and weekend work occasionally.

The Latrobe and Kentish Councils are located adjacent to each other in the north-west of Tasmania and cover an area from the coastal beaches of Port Sorell to the highland regions of Mount Roland and Cradle Mountain.

Latrobe and Kentish Councils value collaboration and partnerships both within and outside their municipalities. As part of their business model, the Councils have entered into a resource-sharing arrangement. This allows both Councils to deliver services and outcomes for their respective communities to gain benefits that may have been otherwise unattainable.

Since the inception of the resource sharing arrangements in 2010, the number of resources shared has steadily grown and the two Councils now operate as one organisation with each Council retaining their respective elected representatives.

At Kentish and Latrobe Councils, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture. Here are some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

• Flexible Working Arrangements: Achieve work-life balance with options tailored to your needs.
• Generous Superannuation: Up to 16% (including 12% SGC compulsory and an additional 50% of any extra super an Employee contributes up to a maximum of 4% of the Employee's annual gross salary).
• Uniform Allowance: Up to $400 annually pro-rata after probation, with reimbursements for associated costs.
• Health & Wellbeing: Reimbursements up to $150 pro-rata per calendar year for the cost of medical checks.
• Career Growth: Be part of two dynamic Councils that invest in their team's professional development and offer varied experiences across regions.

Note: Benefits and entitlements are subject to change with prior notification with the newly negotiated Enterprise Agreement in 2025.

Applications must be submitted on either the Kentish Council or Latrobe Council website:

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The successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol screen and provide a current national police check and right to work check.

Please note: We reserve the right to interview applicants before the closing date and to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Closing Date: Monday 17 November 2025 at 4pm

Please address the selection criteria below as part of your application. This form should be uploaded with your cover letter and resume to our application form.