Community Engagement Officer

Group and Team: Communications, Engagement & MarketingLocation: Town Hall Employment status: Permanent Full-time Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3 Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreeme nt 2024 Salary range: $91,138 per annum + 13.5% superannuation.
About the role The Community Engagement Officer supports meaningful engagement between the City of Hobart and its communities.
You will help deliver consistent, high-quality engagement across diverse projects, ensuring community voices are heard and valued.
Role accountabilities include:Represent the City at events and engagement activitiesAdvise project teams on planning and delivering effective engagement.Promote inclusive participation through diverse engagement methodsCollaborate with Communications to raise awareness of engagement initiativesDevelop clear, engaging content for plans, reports andYour Say HobartAnalyse engagement data and produce reports for the CouncilSupport the Senior Advisor in advancing best practice engagement.
Are you passionate about building bridges between people, programs, and purpose?
As our Community Engagement Officer, you'll be the driving force behind meaningful relationships that empower communities and amplify impact.
You are a motivated and professional individual with a solid foundation in community engagement and stakeholder relations.
Your experience reflects a commitment to fostering inclusive participation and delivering impactful engagement outcomes.
You thrive in collaborative environments, listen actively, and bring creative energy to every interaction.
Join us in shaping vibrant, connected communities where every voice matters and every action counts, with the following qualifications and skills: You will bring:A diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, or Social Sciences, supported by relevant experience in community engagementProven ability to plan and deliver contemporary engagement methodologies across diverse projectsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing detailed reports and engaging a wide range of stakeholdersA sound understanding of cultural diversity and inclusion principles, with a commitment to equitable and respectful engagement.A current Drivers Licence and registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
About us The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other.
We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all.
With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.A wide range ofleave entitlements.Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace.
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks.
These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check,and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application.
If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to .
Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver's licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details.
Instead:Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence,andOriginals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Hobart City Council is collecting personal information from you as part of the recruitment and selection process.
Council recognises the importance of privacy and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information collected and/or received by us.
Council's recruitment applications are hosted by external service providers who also recognise the importance of privacy.
By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be hosted by these external service providers until such time as you elect not to have your information stored on these external hosted sites.Yes I agree to the privacy statement Personal Details Required field First name Last name E-mail Digits only or add + for international numbersStreet Street Cont.City, Town or Suburb Postcode or Zipcode Country State, Region or Province Questions Work RightsIt is a legal requirement for all Australian employers to ensure candidates have the right to work in Australia.
Unfortunately, the City of Hobart is not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time so you must have appropriate work rights to apply for this position.Please choose one and attach a copy of your current Visa: I am an Australian CitizenI am a permanent resident of Australia or NZ citizen who has entered Australia on a valid passportI am a non citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights and I consent to this being verifiedI am a non citizen who requires visa sponsorship from an employer.
Applicants requiring sponsorship will be marked as unsuccessful.DiversityDo you identify as either of the following?
I identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait IslanderI am from a non-English speaking backgroundRelevant Qualifications, Licences, and CompetenciesPlease outline the qualifications, licences and competencies you may have that are relevant to the role (as per the Position Description).
Copies of qualifications and competencies (excluding Driver Licence) must also be attached to your application.
I consent to City of Hobart formally verifying the qualifications I listed above.
YesExperiencePlease outline your relevant experience for this position.
Selection CriteriaPlease address the knowledge, experience, skills and competencies for this role, ensuring you provide evidence based examples to support your claim (maximum 600 words).
Behavioural CompetencyHow do you embody the City of Hobart's values (People, Teamwork, Focus & Direction, Creativity & Innovation, and Accountability) in your approach to this role?
Provide a brief example (maximum 100 words).
Driver Licence DeclarationI declare that I hold the required licence and if I am the successful candidate I agree to the condition of employment to present the original in person for sighting on the first day of work.
AgreedRegistration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) is Mandatory for this RoleDo you hold a current Tasmanian RWVP for employment?
Or are you willing and eligible to obtain one?
Where available, please provide the registration or application number below.
Yes - Currently HoldNo - But eligible and willing to obtainNo - Not willing and/or ineligibleIf yes or willing/eligible, please provide your RWVP registration or application number.
RWVP registration is required before commencement in this position.
Pre-Employment Checks - National Police History and Medical AssessmentThe final stage of the recruitment process includes the requirement to undertake a National Police History Check and Pre-employment Medical Assessment.Are you willing to undergo these checks?
YesNoResumeHave you attached a copy of your current Resume?
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