Public Space Liaison Officer

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia cityofsydn Full time $129,721 - $130,878 per year

 

Sydney



HOMELESSNESS/Social City/CITY LIFE



Part Time/Permanent hours per week)



$129,721.00 per annum (pro rata) plus superannuation


Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They're motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You'll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions. 

About the role

The role of the Public Space Liaison Officer, (PSLO) is to work with a diverse range of stakeholders to reduce homelessness and its impact in Sydney.

PSLO's engage with people occupying public space who are homeless or at risk or homelessness to link them with services and pathways to exit homelessness, while improving amenity of public space for all.

The role is physically demanding, requiring daily foot patrols across the city in all weather conditions, cleaning public areas, and lifting as part of routine duties. You will work both independently and as part of a rotating roster, with flexible availability for early mornings and regular weekend shifts.

Download position description.

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and medical assessment.

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 17 September 2025. 

For more information, contact Jon Swain, Manager Homelessness on

What we can offer you

You'll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

Flexible working
  • 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance 
  • Collaborative approach to flexible working
  • City centre head office, with many public transport options.
Professional development
  • Leadership and management development program
  • Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
  • Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
  • Long service and employee recognition awards
  • Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling
Supporting families
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
  • Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
  • Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
  • Part-time and job-sharing options available
  • Supportive return-to-work environment
Inclusive culture
  • Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
  • Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
  • Recognised family inclusive workplace
  • Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We're passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.

We're a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at   or

Select 'apply now' to submit your resume and selection criteria.

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