Community Services Officer Identified CU429

Vacancy Reference Number: 12553

Identified: This position is identified as permitted by and arguable under Section 25, 104 and 105 of the Queensland Anti-Discrimination Act 1991. Identified positions have the essential requirement that the applicant is of Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, identifies as such and is accepted as such by the community in which he/she lives or has lived. These positions require documentary proof of identity usually provided by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community organisation.

Salary Range: $76,356 - $79,533per annum

Location: Council Chambers, Spence Street

Closing: Sunday 26 August 2018

Applications: Must be submitted online

Primary objectives of the position:

• This position is responsible for the planning and facilitation of community development initiatives, programs and events across a diverse regional area which engages with First Peoples communities and service providers. The position works closely with internal and external stakeholders.

To be eligible for this position you must have the following qualifications:

• Current Drivers Licence
• Appropriate degree and/or relevant experience in community development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of, and connection to, First Peoples Communities.
• Demonstrated experience in working with Indigenous Australians and communities together with a high level of understanding of contemporary issues affecting Indigenous Australians.
• Community development experience and understanding of community development principles.

Applications not addressing the full selection criteria will not be accepted.

For a full listing of the Key Duties & Responsibilities and full Selection Criteria you must go to our website: https://cairnsqld.mercury.com.au

How to Apply:

Your application must be submitted online and must consist of the following:

• Cover Letter addressing the three main elements as detailed in the full selection criteria.
• Copy of your Resume.

Pre-Employment Assessment:

As part of the selection process, the successful candidate will be required to undertake the following pre-employment assessments;

• a pre-employment medical, which will include a medical assessment and drug and alcohol test.
• a national police/criminal history check.

We offer the following benefits:

• 19 day month RDO
• 5 weeks annual leave
• 12% contribution to superannuation
• Annual leave loading
• Subsidised uniform allowance
• Subsidised health and well-being membership (gym / swimming pool)
• On-going opportunities for learning and professional development