Manager Community Services

Job Description

Permanent full-time opportunity Annual Salary: Level 9, $113,000.00 - $120,000.00 + Superannuation About the Town Bassendean is a small local government that sits along the Derbarl Yerrigan on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people. We employ around 150 staff in diverse teams of dedicated people who are committed to delivering a wide range of services to our community. The Town maintains strong connections to our residents and drives positive change. We strive to build a strong, liveable community for now and for the future. Although we are small in size, we are big in heart, connectedness and collaboration. About the team Community Services have a wide range of responsibilities, including coordinating civic events, management of the library and recreation facilities, provision of recreation and volunteering programs, support of community groups and initiatives and provide opportunities for community inclusion and connection. About the role The Manager Community Services position is responsible for providing strategic and effective leadership and management of the Town’s community services business unit ensuring consistently high service delivery aligned to the Town’s goals and vision. About you The Town is looking for a passionate leader to fill this role. The ideal candidate will have: Demonstrated ability to provide strategic and effective leadership to the team/s Demonstrated experience in leading and directing the operations of community services to ensure the provision of a high quality and valued customer focused experience (both internal and external) is delivered to the organisation and its customers Possession of, or progress towards Tertiary qualifications in Community Development or related discipline. Current Police clearance and C class Drivers Licence All Town of Bassendean staff demonstrate our corporate values of community, respect, connection, adaptability and accountability. Salary and Benefits This permanent, full-time position attracts an annual salary up to $120,000 + plus superannuation. The Town also offers up to 4% additional superannuation (conditions apply), 17.5% leave loading, free parking, ongoing training and professional development, and up to two additional leave days per calendar year. Working Hours This is a permanent full-time role, 76 hours a fortnight, Monday to Friday. Flexibility options such as variable start/finish times are options and may be negotiated for this role. The Town of Bassendean supports employees having access to flexible working arrangements to help them manage work and life responsibilities. As flexibility means different things to different people, the Town has a range of flexibility options that may be negotiated. Would you like to know more? Further information is available on our web site For position related queries please contact Michelle Brennand, Director Community and Place at Application close date: Friday 7 February 2025 at 11:30 PM Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as interviews may commence prior to the closing date and the Town reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Cameron Woods Chief Executive Officer The Town of Bassendean is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace that is reflective of our diverse society. We are one team – collectively our differences strengthen our organisation and deliver great local government to our community. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds. PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION. #J-18808-Ljbffr