Description:
Group and Team: Engagement and Marketing Group
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent, Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 4
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreeme nt 2024
Salary range: $98,108 per annum + 13% superannuation.
- Enjoy City of Hobart employee benefits.
- Exciting role to join our team in a diverse Council.
- Above award wages and employer superannuation at 13%
About the role
This role contributes to the success of the City by leading the Community Engagement function to provide expert advice on, and to undertake, community engagement across the City of Hobart based on the City’s Community Engagement Policy and Framework.
Role accountabilities include:
- Work with Project Managers across the organisation in a leadership role.
- Undertake community and stakeholder engagement for a broad range of projects.
- Lead the Community Engagement function, including supervision of two Community Engagement Officers.
- Work closely with the Communications and Marketing team to promote engagement opportunities to the community.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Senior Advisor Community Engagement Position Description
About you
The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant discipline coupled with significant experience in community engagement practices. A current Drivers Licence and a Tasmanian Working with Vulnerable People Card are also required.
Y ou will have a positive, can-do attitude and enjoy working in a friendly team environment. If you have excellent attention to detail, this could be the perfect role for you.
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% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- A wide range of leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre .
- 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.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you .
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.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values .
How to apply
If you're passionate about 'our beautiful City' and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Abby McKibben, Manager Strategic Communications, Engagement and Marketing, on 0409 125 028 or email abby.mckibben@hobartcity.com.au
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 recruitment@hobartcity.com.au . 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.
Applications close 11:59 pm Monday 28 April 2025.
Before you begin
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, and
- Originals 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.
Learn more about the selection process on our website .