Emergency Management and Resilience Project Officer

Job Description

Emergency Management and Resilience Project Officer Job No:CCC1052 Location:Cessnock About the Opportunity Council is seeking a dedicated and experienced Emergency Management and Resilience Project Officer to join our team. In this vital role, you will contribute to strengthening our community's preparedness and resilience in the face of emergencies and disasters. You will work closely with the Emergency Management and Resilience Coordinator to support the development and delivery of Council's Emergency Management plans and procedures, ensuring they are effectively implemented for community preparedness, resilience and recovery. A key responsibility of this position will be to develop the Spontaneous Volunteers Coordination Plan, a critical component of our emergency response strategy. This will involve collaborating with community resilience and local emergency service stakeholders, creating templates, documents, and processes to support the plan, as well as developing a comprehensive training plan for the coordination and engagement of spontaneous volunteers. You will also be working with the Emergency Management and Resilience Coordinator to develop and implement the Cessnock Community Disaster Resilience Strategy, as well as updating Emergency Management plans and procedures. The Benefits Temporary Part-time, 21 hours per week, until 31 January 2026 Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements 11.5% superannuation Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site Free parking on-site Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! About You To be successful in this position, you will hold a minimum of a certificate qualification in emergency management, social sciences, community development, welfare or other relevant equivalent qualifications with comprehensive experience in a similar position. You will have a demonstrated understanding of and experience with community development principles, practices and standards and utilise your experience in project management for the successful creation and activation of community development plans and activities. You will have knowledge or experience regarding the role of local government in managing local emergencies. Your highly developed interpersonal skills and strong negotiation skills will help you navigate complex situations and achieve positive outcomes, as well as resolve conflict. What's Next? If you are ready to bring your skills and experience to a dynamic and impactful role, we encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page. Pre-Employment Screening Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check. About Us At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities. There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact for a confidential discussion. Applications Close: Thursday 13 February 2025 at 11.30pm Who to Contact: Melissa Boucher, Emergency Management and Resilience Coordinator, on 0439 454 819 You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position. Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice. #J-18808-Ljbffr