Coordinator Planning, Clerk Grade 7/8

**Coordinator Planning, Clerk Grade 7/8 - Goulburn**

Do you have skills in research, planning and management of risks and consequences?
- Join a team of hazard and risk planners to develop emergency plans to keep NSW Communities prepared for flood, storm and other emergency events.
- Be a key influencer across multi-agency and external stakeholders in land use planning, risk reduction planning and emergency planning.
- Full time, ongoing role in Goulburn
- Salary of up to $122,058 + superannuation and leave loading (total package of $137,742.45)

**About the opportunity**

Our NSW SES South Eastern Zone has a Coordinator Planning vacancy located in the heart of Goulburn.

You will lead the management of planning priorities for local towns and regional areas, with the key focus to develop plans and policies that reduce the impact of flooding for at-risk communities.

Not every day is the same, however some of the typical day to day tasks involve:

- Managing and supporting a small team of researchers to analyse available research data related to flood behaviour, identify the vulnerabilities of local communities to the consequences of storms, floods and tsunamis to effectively translate this research into emergency plans, guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Ensuring the agencies planning process aligns with the NSW Planning Framework and internal NSW SES governance policies and guidelines.
- Assess, prioritise, and delegate incoming referrals and risk information amongst the team to capture intelligence and data that would inform effective planning of emergency response.
- Work closely with volunteers to capture and leverage local knowledge and expertise and support effective communication and collaboration to meet operational targets.

**About the NSW SES**

Our Mission: NSW SES saving lives and creating safer communities.
Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to deliver excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.

The NSW SES serves the community as the lead agency for Floods, Storms and Tsunamis. We are recognised as the most versatile and widely used emergency service organisation in NSW. Our volunteers are highly skilled, experienced, and well
- trained in the wide variety of roles they perform.

With over 10,000 volunteers we are committed to protecting and supporting the diverse communities of NSW. Learn more here

**About you**

We want to hear from people who are motivated by research/evidence-based information, risk mitigation and influencing external bodies in the risks and consequences of floods, storms and tsunamis.

To be successful in this role you will:

- have sound knowledge and understanding of the consequences of natural hazards and subsequent risk management.
- have strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- enjoy working with stakeholders and be proficient in building and maintaining these relationships to develop, implement and influence community focussed solutions.

**What we can offer you**
- You will enjoy a 35-hour work week, with the potential for flexible work arrangements such as a nine-day fortnight or a four-day work week depending on the requirements of the role and operational needs
- You can enjoy a hybrid work environment, time in the office and time working from home.
- Attractive salary range of $110,266.00 to $122,058.00 plus 11.5% superannuation and leave loading
- Our work is meaningful and rewarding. The SES's mission is saving lives and creating safer communities, and you can be an important part of our work.
- We have attractive leave entitlements including parental, sick, flex and recreation leave.
- We care about our people. We have Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services to support our people and operational and leadership training and development opportunities to develop our people. Some of these include:

- Fitness Passport
- LinkedIn Learning
- Member Assist Program for free confidential counselling support
- Flu vaccine program.

**You Belong Here**
- We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. We want to know what this looks like for you so we can support your success at work.

**How to apply**
- A cover letter (maximum of two pages) detailing your interest in the role and the essential requirements of the position;
- Responses to the two targeted questions (maximum of one page per question); and
- An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages.

**Targeted questions**
- Describe a time when you have worked collaboratively to coordinate your team to complete and major task/project. How did you deal with conflict, and what were your responses when situations changed in order to communicate an effective outcome?
- Demonstrate your capability and experience in land-use, operational or emergency management by describing your experience managing a team and dealing with external and internal stakeholder