Community Development Officer, Children, Young People

22 hours ago

Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia Bathurst Regional Council Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
About the role

Are you looking for a new challenge in 2026. Bathurst Regional Council is looking for a Community Development Officer to join our Community Development team to start early 2026. The new role will support community priorities and objective in relation to children, young people and families across the Bathurst Local Government area.

You will bring your project management skills, strategic thinking and innovation to a team passionate about making a difference in the community. We are seeking an experienced person who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference.

As a Community Development Officer, you will lead community development projects, build partnerships and support community priorities and objectives in relation to children, young people and families.

Key Requirements
  • Tertiary or postgraduate qualification in Social Science.
  • Community Development experience, working with community members, community groups and organisations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Children, Young People and Family Sector
  • Ability to lead successful capacity building projects
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Work in team with other Community Development Officers to achieve optimal results

What we can offer

  • Work/Life Balance
  • Rostered day off every third week
  • Generous leave entitlements
  • Corporate gym membership
  • Employee education assistance
  • Access to training and professional development opportunities
  • Access to confidential employee assistance program

To view the Position Summary click here

This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

Salary: $1, $1,526.99 per week + superannuation

Position Status: Permanent Full-time

Hours of work: 35 hours per week with an RDO every third week

Application closing date: Sunday, 16 November 2025, at 11.30 pm

Start date: Role will commence in February 2026

Contact Officer: Bronwyn Starkey –

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

How to Apply

To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

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