Community Development Officer

1 week ago

Tom Price, Australia Shire of Ashburton Full time $74,000 - $86,007 per year
Community Development Officer Residential – Tom Price | Full time

Salary range is $74, $86,507.20 p.a. negotiable dependent on skills and experience, plus allowances

Additional benefits include 6 Weeks Annual Leave and Super Matching Scheme

Shire housing is not provided with this position.

About the Position

Are you creative and innovative, with a passion for bringing community together?

Do you like variety in your role and being part of a team that values delivery of high-quality events, services, and programs to the local community?

The Shire of Ashburton is looking for a Community Development Officer to join our team in Tom Price. In this role, you'll deliver community development initiatives, drive activities that bring people together and work collaboratively to increase liveability in our towns.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Working alongside the Coordinator Communities East to plan, deliver and report on high-quality events, services, and programs for the local community
  • Assist with, and lead, community development initiatives, including stakeholder management, youth engagement and community club and group support
  • Maintaining the Shire's partnerships and reputation in the community Participate in set up, pack down and delivery of events

What You'll Bring:

  • A positive attitude, strong communication skills, adaptability and effective problem-solving skills
  • A passion for working with youth, families, and community groups from diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Flexibility is essential for this role as it does involve after-hours, weekend, and public holiday work
  • A valid C Class Driver's Licence

Note that a Working with Children Check will be required for this role. Local government experience is not essential but will be looked upon favourably.

This position offers a competitive remuneration package and six weeks' annual leave. All terms and conditions are as per the Shire of Ashburton Enterprise Agreement 2022.

For further information regarding this exciting opportunity, please contact Nerissa Carter, Coordinator Communities East on

Submitting your Application

Applications must be submitted online via the Shire of Ashburton website: by 9:00 AM Monday 14 July 2025.

Please note: Shortlisting may commence immediately, and this vacancy may close earlier than the specified deadline if a successful applicant is identified.

The Shire of Ashburton is committed to diversity and strongly encourages candidates from different cultural, gender and age backgrounds to apply.

Please Note: Canvassing of Councillors or Shire Employees will disqualify. The successful applicant is required to obtain relevant police checks and to provide evidence of all claimed qualifications prior to commencing employment. We strongly encourage candidates to apply for a National Police Check upon job application.

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