Community Engagement Officer

We are looking for a suitably qualified Community Engagement Officer to join the team. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Council’s Community Engagement Framework and newly endorsed Community Engagement Action Plan, strengthening a culture of engagement across the organisation. The position provides strategic and practical support to Council staff on engagement initiatives, coordinates community participation opportunities, and assists with the delivery of events and civic activities.This role works closely with internal teams, community groups, and stakeholders to build understanding, trust, and confidence in Council’s engagement processes while ensuring community input is meaningfully incorporated into Council decision‑making.Key Responsibilities:Support the delivery of community engagement activities in line with Council’s Community Engagement Framework.Assist work groups to develop effective engagement plans and deliver high‑quality engagement activities.Contribute to the development and delivery of an annual engagement program, including pop‑ups and open workshops.Coordinate the development and delivery of surveys and other engagement tools.Assist with the development and implementation of systems and processes that support engagement and event delivery. Work closely with the Events Officer to support Council civic events and event grant programs.Provide guidance and general support to assist the ongoing operation and evaluation of the Claremont Community Library.What you’ll bring:To be successful in this role, you will have:Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in engagement, events, business administration or a related field. A Certificate of Engagement or similar is desirable.Ability to multitask and work in a cross-team environment providing advice, assistance, recommendations and building capacity in community engagement across the organisation.Highly effective writing and editing skills across a variety of mediums, with ability to translate complex information into clear, interesting and relevant content for a diverse audience.Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a broad and diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.Highly organised, with the ability to problem-solve and make decisions to find workable solutions and meet customer and business expectations under conflicting pressuresPosition details:Full-time (76 hour fortnight) with a rostered day offSalary $82,800.00What’s in it for you:Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice, providing a great work culture and a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements15% Superannuationa motivated team that supports each other, values innovation, celebrates its success and has a bit of fun along the wayongoing training and career developmentaccess to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAPGlenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025Our commitment to community:Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.How to apply:To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.Your application must include:A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.A current RésuméCover letter (optional)Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.Applications close at 8pm on Wednesday 20 May 2026Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Andrea Marquardt, Coordinator Communications and Engagement (03) 6216 6800.Position Description - Community Engagement Officer AUD Glenorchy 7010

Community Engagement Officer

We are looking for a suitably qualified Community Engagement Officer to join the team. You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Council’s Community Engagement Framework and newly endorsed Community Engagement Action Plan, strengthening a culture of engagement across the organisation. The position provides strategic and practical support to Council staff on engagement initiatives, coordinates community participation opportunities, and assists with the delivery of events and civic activities.

This role works closely with internal teams, community groups, and stakeholders to build understanding, trust, and confidence in Council’s engagement processes while ensuring community input is meaningfully incorporated into Council decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the delivery of community engagement activities in line with Council’s Community Engagement Framework.
  • Assist work groups to develop effective engagement plans and deliver high‑quality engagement activities.
  • Contribute to the development and delivery of an annual engagement program, including pop‑ups and open workshops.
  • Coordinate the development and delivery of surveys and other engagement tools.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of systems and processes that support engagement and event delivery. 
  • Work closely with the Events Officer to support Council civic events and event grant programs.
  • Provide guidance and general support to assist the ongoing operation and evaluation of the Claremont Community Library.

    What you’ll bring:

    To be successful in this role, you will have:

    • Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in engagement, events, business administration or a related field. A Certificate of Engagement or similar is desirable.
    • Ability to multitask and work in a cross-team environment providing advice, assistance, recommendations and building capacity in community engagement across the organisation.
    • Highly effective writing and editing skills across a variety of mediums, with ability to translate complex information into clear, interesting and relevant content for a diverse audience.
    • Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a broad and diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
    • Highly organised, with the ability to problem-solve and make decisions to find workable solutions and meet customer and business expectations under conflicting pressures

    Position details:

    • Full-time (76 hour fortnight) with a rostered day off
    • Salary $82,800.00

    What’s in it for you:

    • Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice, providing a great work culture and a solid commitment to diversity and inclusion
    • 9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements
    • 15% Superannuation
    • a motivated team that supports each other, values innovation, celebrates its success and has a bit of fun along the way
    • ongoing training and career development
    • access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
    • Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

    Our commitment to community:

    Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

    How to apply:

    To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

    Your application must include:

    • A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.
    • A current Résumé
    • Cover letter (optional)

    Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

    Applications close at 8pm on Wednesday 20 May 2026

    Up for a chat about this opportunity, contact Andrea Marquardt, Coordinator Communications and Engagement (03) 6216 6800.