Community Events Officer

As the Community Events Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the Community Development team in the planning, development and delivery of community events, youth events, sponsorship events, internal events and award programs.

We are seeking an energetic, highly motivated individual with excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills.

As Council events operate 7 days per week, hours will be rostered over a 7-day period and you will need to be available for work Sunday to Saturday.  Council also operates events during holiday periods including school holidays, public holidays and the new year period. Penalty rates apply for Saturday and Sunday work and public holidays as per the Broken Hill City Council Consent Award.

The ideal candidate will possess and be able to demonstrate the following:

• A ‘can do’ attitude focused on delivering outcomes, such as a sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Commitment to a strong values culture and preparedness to ‘Play your Role’.
• Building a culture where accountability, learning and collaboration are valued.
• Commitment to embracing Council's Customer service framework and to ‘Think like the Customer’.
• Think outside the box to implement and research new technologies and innovation.
• Have a commitment to the liveability of our community. 

Benefits of working for Council include:

• Generous Award Conditions including 5 weeks of annual leave
• Paid Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service
• Corporate Health and Wellbeing programs
• Employee growth and development opportunities
• Salary packaging options
• Social Club

Appointment will be subject to:

• Pre-employment Medical
• National Police and Background Check
• Reference Checks

Job reference: BHCC-CD-03

Community Events Officer Position Description

Any questions about the role can be directed to Rachel Merton, Community Development Coordinator at (08) 80803321.

To apply for this role, use the FORM BELOW and provide Council with a three-page (max.) cover letter that focuses on the essential requirements of the role; demonstrates your successes in previous roles, and an up-to-date CV with at least two current referees.

Applications close Friday 25^th April 2025 @ 5.00 pm

Broken Hill City Council promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. People from indigenous backgrounds, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any adjustments to assist you with your application or would like to discuss the position further, please contact Council’s HR Department on (08) 8080 3351.

Please note that the selection process can commence before the closing date and that the preferred candidate can be selected based on application and referee checks only.