Position No: 123/2024
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Are you driven by the opportunity to work for a thrivingregional City committed to organisational excellence?Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background toexciting new challenges and learn from the best?We work together with you to create a culture based onrespect, trust and inclusiveness.We embrace flexible working conditions and are always opento discussing your individual requirements so that you get tocreate your own experience with us.Imagine a future with us The City of Mandurah (CoM) is one of the main culturalambassadors and project leaders for Mandurah. We not only supportand empower local businesses, create local jobs and opportunitiesbut foster innovation and creativity in enterprise whilstconsidering the impact to our beautiful environment. We arewoven by waterways (gabi), a city with a village heart (mandjookoort). At CoM, we look out for one another; prioritise respect, arefair, look after your development and wellbeing; foster aninclusive culture and embrace diversity in all forms. We'recommitted to continually building a safe and respectful workplace,where all our people feel appreciated and accepted and achievetheir full potential. Every day, your work will make an impact thatmatters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion,collaboration and high performance. At CoM you will find unrivalledopportunities to succeed and realise your full potential.
But enough about us, let's talk aboutyou An exciting opportunity exists for a highly skilled andmotivated individual to lead the City's innovative YouthDevelopment Team.
In this leadership role you will be responsible for coordinatingYouth Development for the City of Mandurah and for leading,developing and delivering organisational objectives. You will bringcommunity or youth development industry experience and bestpractice in being the driver delivering the City's innovativeYouth Strategy 2021-2026 within its 4 key pillars, 'LocalSpaces & Places, Learning & Working, Connection &Wellbeing, and Leading & Creating.' You will lead a team of 14 specialist Youth Development andYouth Program Officers (7.1FTE) and have day to day oversight ofthe Billy Dower Youth Centre, located in Dower Street Mandurah. Youwill also have oversight of the award-winning Mandurah JuniorCouncil and Mandurah Youth Advisory Group and be outward focused increating new connections and opportunities in community.
To be successful in this role, you willhave: A tertiary qualification in a community/youth developmentfield, or relevant disciplineKnowledge of trends, policies, planning and servicedelivery in contemporary youth developmentLeadership, staff supervision skills and ability to lead ateam autonomouslyThe ability to develop, implement and manage business plansand budgetsGood interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to awide cross section of people and organisationsExperience in maximising opportunities and supportingagencies in a co-located facilityA current National Police Clearance and Working WithChildren Check (or willingness to obtain)You will also be available for some occasional weekend andevening work.As part of our recruitment process, you will be required tocomplete a drug and alcohol test.The finer details This permanent full-time Level 9 position attracts a salaryrange of $125,891 to $134,254 gross per annum depending onqualifications and experience, plus an additional $14,000 gross perannum car allowance (total remuneration package$139,891 to $148,254 gross per annum exclusive ofsuperannuation). All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment regardless of their background, identity, experience,ability or thinking style, and if you need assistance during theapplication process for accessibility reasons this is availableupon request.
Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great!To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au .For further information, or any enquiries, please contact TimHartland, Executive Manager Community Services on (08) 95503850. Applications for this position are open until asuitable pool of candidates is received. This means thevacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in thisposition, we highly recommend you apply as soon aspossible. Why work with us? You will be working for the City of Mandurah, an employer ofchoice and one of Western Australia's fastest growing localauthorities. Our vision at the City is "Woven by waterways, aCity with a village heart" and all our employees instil thevalues of connected, integrity, excellence, courage andinnovate.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safeorganisation where protecting children and preventing harm isembedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees andvolunteers.
There are many advantages in working for the City,including:
A fair salary – enjoy great work conditions includingsalary sacrificing optionsAccess to free staff parking and less than 50 mins to Perthby train and carSuperannuation Guarantee Contributions (SGC) payments withmatching additional contributions made by the City inaccordance with the City's Enterprise AgreementHealth and wellbeing initiatives, including free recreationcentre membership.Discounted medical insuranceLearning and Development opportunities to fuel youramazingness and take your career to the next levelTransparent performance framework – approach yourwork with confidence in how you're tracking, working toprofessional development plans agreed on by you and your linemanagerGenerous leave entitlements – provisions for manyforms of leave; including annual, personal/ carers, parental,study, cultural, domestic violence, compassionate andbereavement leaveEmployee Assistance Program support – you areencouraged to use this free short-term, confidentialcounselling service if you're experiencing emotional stress,relationship problems, conflict with others or personal issues.It is also available for financial counselling and retirementplanningA vibrant Employee Reward and Recognition ProgramDid we mention Study Assistance, a social club, corporateuniform and much more!Casey Mihovilovich
Chief ExecutiveOfficer Attachments:
- Coordinator Youth Development - Position Description.pdf
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