Digital Communications Assistant

Permanent Part Time (17.5 hours per week)

Launch your career as a Communications professional while showcasing Lake Mac's amazing surrounds and creative programs through content creation and management of social media and website platforms.

• Maintain a positive work/life balance with part time hours

• Enjoy job security in a permanent position

• Be supported by creative specialists to support your professional growth

LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB

Are you looking to kick-start your career in Communications? Lake Macquarie City Council has a fantastic entry-level opportunity for a creative and enthusiastic professional with excellent communication skills to create and edit photos, video and written content across our digital platforms.

To build meaningful connections between Council, our community and our visitors, the Digital Communications Assistant will assist with the promotion of creative, cultural, historical and tourism experiences managed by the Arts, Culture and Tourism department through social media, copywriting, e-newsletter and website channels while also providing excellent customer service support.

Working collaboratively with our Marketing and Communication specialists, the Digital Communications Assistant will play a key role in developing a wide range of content for website and social media use and support the roll-out of marketing campaigns across the department.

Read the position statement and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate has an eye for creativity, is self-motivated and has the drive to explore progressive ways to utilise our digital communication platforms. You have a positive attitude and the ability to juggle multiple tasks autonomously, as well as integrate into a team with your collaborative work style.

You value attention to detail, are highly organised and customer-focused with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. With your excellent written and communication abilities you are dedicated to developing tailored content to actively engage with a variety of audiences across Council and the community.

LET'S REVEAL THE PERKS

• Commencing salary from $33.46 per hour plus industry-leading 12% superannuation.

• Permanent Part-time 17.5 hours per week

• Long Service leave after 5 years

• Be mentored and work closely with your supervisor in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment

• We value your health and wellbeing and offer generous discounted gym memberships through our Corporate Fitness program, connect with colleagues through our social club, be inspired by regular wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program

• Free parking within walking distance of our new contemporary office building

• Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac

CHOOSE THE LAKE MAC WAY

We know it is our people that will shape the future of our city. That's why we're passionate about providing a workplace that empowers our staff to be creative, innovative and bold. When you join the team at Lake Macquarie City Council, you're joining a group of people with a commitment to make our city even better. We're proud of our city and the work we do, and we know you will be too.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse network of employees, which truly reflects the people it serves and represents, is best equipped to understand and meet the needs of our community. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council.

LET'S START

• If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 8 June 2025

• For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Joshua Bennett, Marketing and Online Lead, on *** or via email ********

• If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Acquisition Advisor, or via email **********

• Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch — we're here for you

• To view the capability Framework – Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here.

• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement.

• Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.