Community & Digital Programs Officer

We are currently seeking applications for a Community & Digital Programs Officer to join our team. Applications close Wednesday, 29 January 2025 at 5:00pm.

Council is seeking applications for a Community and Digital Programs Officer to join our Library services team.

About the role

Are you passionate about delivering high quality programs to benefit the community?  Burdekin Shire Council is seeking an exceptional, passionate and innovative Community and Digital Programs Officer to join our Library Services Team.  You will be an advocate for digital literacy, empowering the community to become informed and confident digital citizens. It’s a hands-on role.  Not only will you be developing, planning and delivering STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) related programs, but you also get to play with our 3D printer, sound booth, and teach coding and robotics, to both children and adults.

If you are looking for a rewarding career that provides you with the capacity to give back to the community, we would love to hear from you.

Why work for us?

• 9-day fortnight (72.5hr fortnight)
• Up to 12% Employer Superannuation with ability to salary sacrifice employee contribution
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 10 years’ service – pro rata available after 7 years
• Salary Packaging available
• Supportive and motivating team
• Active Social Club
• Fitness Passport Program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Relaxed lifestyle, boating, fishing, sports facilities, private and public schooling options up to Grade 12, cultural venues and events and all of this situated in a thriving agricultural community only an hour away from Townsville or two hours from the magical Whitsundays

Applicants should familiarise themselves with the entire position description.

The applicable salary is to a ceiling of Level 4 ($94,258pa) with the commencing salary dependent upon the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

Application packages are available from the Human Resources Office on (07) 4783 9800 or you can download the application package using the following link.

Applications for 25/04 – Community and Digital Programs Officer should include:

• A cover letter
• A current resume
• Statements addressing the selection criteria
• Copies of relevant qualifications and licences

Applications can be submitted using one of the following methods (Word or PDF format is preferable):

• Email – employment@burdekin.qld.gov.au
• Mail – Confidential Application No. 25/04, PO Box 974, Ayr Qld 4807

Applications close on Wednesday, 29 January 2025 at 5:00pm. 

For further information about the role please contact the Library Services Manager – Lois Huston on (07) 4783 9800.