Located 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.
Cumberland City Council is proud to offer a Cadetship with our Internal Ombudsman Shared Service (IOSS) in line with the 'fresh start for local government apprentices, trainees and cadets' in conjunction with the NSW Government. This cadetship offers a combination of on-the-job work experience combined with the completion of your university degree.
The Cadet - Internal Ombudsman Shared Service is responsible for undertaking activities that will assist in ensuring and promoting awareness of Council's responsibilities to the public in complying with the law and best practice in governance and administrative practice. The Internal Ombudsman Shared Service works across three Councils – the City of Parramatta, Cumberland City and Inner West Councils. The service responds to escalated complaints about Council services and undertakes proactive measures through the provision of advice, education, training and other awareness raising activities.
The successful applicant will require:
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About this role:
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
Council adheres to the principles of a child safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people, and fully supports the aims and objectives of NSW Child Protection Legislation, and associated provisions. Council will implement all necessary measures to ensure a safe and supportive environment, which endeavours to promote child protection practices. It is essential for applicants to submit their WWCC number with their application, if required, and it is an offence under NSW legislation for barred workers to apply for or otherwise attempt to obtain, undertake or remain in child-related employment.
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
What you'll need to have for this role:
Enquiries: Telephone Elizabeth Renneberg, Internal Ombudsman on 8757 9617 or human.resources@cumberland.nsw.gov.au for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm, Sunday 5 January 2025
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
Monthly based
Merrylands, Sydney, Cumberland City Council, New South Wales, 2160, Australia
Merrylands, Sydney, Cumberland City Council, New South Wales, 2160, Australia