Part time- ongoing (48 hours per fortnight) Be at the forefront of planning and designing cutting-edge parks and open spaces. Work with a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact. Band 6, $90,813 – $107,600 + super (pro rata) Together, Different Future  As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future.  We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community.  About the opportunity Join our Active and Connected Communities business unit and play a pivotal role in shaping vibrant, sustainable open spaces that enhance community health and wellbeing. You will make an impact by Enabling outcomes that inspire and encourage people to spend time in open spaces, supporting their health and wellbeing. Facilitating the planning, concept design, community engagement, project scope, and funding acquisition of parks planning projects. Assisting in the development of masterplans, strategies, plans, and policies related to passive reserves. Identifying opportunities for funding, preparing grant submissions, and fulfilling administrative requirements associated with funding agreements. Leading consultation with the community and other key stakeholders. What you will bring Tertiary qualification in recreation, parks planning, urban design, landscape architecture or similar qualification and experience in passive reserve planning and project development ideally in a local government setting. Proven project management skills, particularly pertaining to passive reserve planning and policy development. Diverse experience in parks planning, stakeholder engagement and consultation, and design procurement, as well as basic knowledge of detailed design, construction and post construction stages. Demonstrated understanding of passive reserve planning and funding options and processes. Effective and well-developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly articulate and present information as required.  Demonstrated understanding of reserve and landscape development needs and issues of new and growing communities as well as established rural communities.  Why work with us  Activity based and hybrid work model.  Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community.  Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives.  A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community.  A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being.  Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.  To apply Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.  Applications close, 10th November 2024 For further information regarding the role please contact Avigaile Riola, Team Leader, Parks Planning on 5943 4887 or refer to the position description.  Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624.  All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check. You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role.  Position Description AUD Officer 3809

Parks Planning Project Officer

Part time- ongoing (48 hours per fortnight)
Be at the forefront of planning and designing cutting-edge parks and open spaces.
Work with a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact.
Band 6, $90,813 – $107,600 + super (pro rata)

Together, Different Future 

As one of the fastest growing municipalities in Victoria, Cardinia Shire Council is a dynamic, progressive, and inclusive local council. Our success lies in working together, doing things differently and preparing for the future. 

We’re looking for people who dream big and want to be part of creating meaningful change in our community. 

About the opportunity

Join our Active and Connected Communities business unit and play a pivotal role in shaping vibrant, sustainable open spaces that enhance community health and wellbeing.

You will make an impact by

Enabling outcomes that inspire and encourage people to spend time in open spaces, supporting their health and wellbeing.
Facilitating the planning, concept design, community engagement, project scope, and funding acquisition of parks planning projects.
Assisting in the development of masterplans, strategies, plans, and policies related to passive reserves.
Identifying opportunities for funding, preparing grant submissions, and fulfilling administrative requirements associated with funding agreements.
Leading consultation with the community and other key stakeholders.

What you will bring

Tertiary qualification in recreation, parks planning, urban design, landscape architecture or similar qualification and experience in passive reserve planning and project development ideally in a local government setting.
Proven project management skills, particularly pertaining to passive reserve planning and policy development.
Diverse experience in parks planning, stakeholder engagement and consultation, and design procurement, as well as basic knowledge of detailed design, construction and post construction stages.
Demonstrated understanding of passive reserve planning and funding options and processes.
Effective and well-developed communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly articulate and present information as required. 
Demonstrated understanding of reserve and landscape development needs and issues of new and growing communities as well as established rural communities.

Why work with us 

Activity based and hybrid work model. 
Opportunities to work on innovative and impactful initiatives that make a real difference to the community. 
Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs, and leadership development initiatives. 
A commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with initiatives to reduce the Council's carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices in the community. 
A focus on work-life balance, with programs and initiatives designed to support employees' physical and mental well-being. 
Discover these benefits and how we support and value our employees throughout their career journey.  Click here.

To apply

 Please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role. 
Applications close, 10th November 2024
For further information regarding the role please contact Avigaile Riola, Team Leader, Parks Planning on 5943 4887 or refer to the position description.

Cardinia Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cardinia Shire Council. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application by contacting us on 1300 787 624. 

All successful applicants will be required to undertake a National Police Check and pre-employment medicals. Certain positions may also require a Financial Background Check, Traffic Check or Working with Children Check.

You must have valid Australian Working Rights to be considered for this role. 

Position Description

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Parks Planning Project Officer

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