Open Space Officer

• Permanent Full-Time
• Band 5 ($81,248 - $92,958) + 11.5% super + monthly ADO
• Footscray/Melbourne

About Us

Maribyrnong City Council is undergoing significant change arising from population growth and redevelopment. A transitioning economy is leading to an influx of new residents, businesses, and employment opportunities that is seeing Maribyrnong fast becoming a sought after residential, recreation and social destination in Melbourne's inner-west.

The Opportunity

In your role as Open Space Officer, you will be responsible for supporting the review and development of new and existing masterplans, strategic plans, feasibility studies, business cases and policies that will provide the framework for the provision and management of Council's public open spaces.

In addition to this, you will provide advice and guidance around open space planning issues across the department and organisation, by monitoring and reporting on the management and maintenance standards of open space assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, investigate and analyse data relating to the activities and interests of the community that will inform policies, projects and future open space priorities.
• Support the development, implementation and ongoing monitoring of information systems that inform the availability and quality of open space within the municipality.
• Provide timely accurate information to residents and other agencies on open space issues, facilities and services
• Engage with external agencies, local residents, and special interest and community groups
• Represent the Recreation and Open Space team on internal, local and regional initiatives and appropriate forums

About You

To be considered for this role, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field such as Strategic Planning, Urban Design, Landscape Planning, or a similar discipline.
• Relevant experience within an open space policy framework and an understanding of the role of local government in the provision of open space.
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of master plans and strategic plans relating to open space.
• Demonstrated experience in community consultation and stakeholder management.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• National Police Check.
• Working with Children Check.

Why Choose Maribyrnong?

• Work cross functionally in a friendly, supportive and professional multidisciplinary team;
• Enjoy a flexible and inclusive work environment;
• Work in a meaningful role within a Values driven organisation;
• Monthly Accrued Day Off (ADO)

So, if you are looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and you enjoy working in a diverse community focused environment, Apply Now!

How to Apply

To express your interest in this role, please forward your resume and a covering letter via our Careers website outlining your relevant experience and addressing the Key Selection Criteria position defined in the position description in support of your application.

To download a copy of the position description please visit us at: http://maribyrnong.recruitmenthub.com.au

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to child safety and supporting the best interests of children in all our operations. Council encourages young people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Enquiries: Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Grant Smethurst, Coordinator Strategy & Policy on 9688 0343 for a confidential discussion.