Tourism and Events Officer Portland VIC 3305, Australia Req #66 Tuesday, 20 February 2024 Full Time (part-time applications will be considered) $72,043.40 - $82,280.10 Gross per annum + Superannuation Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence |Innovation __PRESENT About the Opportunity An exciting opportunity is currently available to join the Tourism & Events Team at the Glenelg Shire Council. In this role you will contribute to a dynamic, creative and innovative team that promotes and supports tourism development and growth in the region. This full-time position is primary based in Portland. For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description . What you need to Thrive To be successful in this role you will need: Effective verbal and written communications. Teamwork, collaboration and ability to adapt to a changing environment. Experience in organising and coordinating events and projects. Effective networking and presentation skills. An understanding of influences associated with tourism in regional areas. To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role. Pre-employment Requirements: All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check, medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening. __PRESENT Why work for us? A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do. We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships. Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities. We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes. Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks. We acknowledge and respect the Traditional Owners of the region, the Gunditjmara, Boandik and Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Pre-employment Requirements: All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening. How to Apply: To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form, upload your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description. Applications Close: 12 March 2024 at 11:59pm Looking for further information please contact: Name: Bryce Spencer Position: Economic Development Coordinator Contact Phone: 03 5522 2289 Privacy Statement: Click here to view Council's Privacy Statement. __PRESENT