Ku-ring-gai Council

Sustainability Education Officer

Sustainability Education Officer

• Salary $91,656.76 to $106,322.32 p/a (pro rata) + super
• Temporary part time position – 21 hours per week

• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Reporting to the Team Leader Sustainability Engagement, this role will see you develop, deliver and evaluate a range of school-based community education programs and events focusing on sustainability in the Ku-ring-gai Local Government Area.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to

• Develop and manage relationships with schools and community groups
• Assist in the implementation of Environmental & Sustainability education initiatives (including flora and fauna programs, energy/waste/water management and edible gardening/composting)
• Create promotional and educational resources for community stakeholders and sustainability programs & events
• Deliver sustainability presentations/ workshops for students, staff and families.

Qualifications, Skills & experience

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and / or relevant work experience
• Current NSW Class C driver’s licence
• Current First Aid certificate
• Current Working with Children Check
• Understanding of the key issues for living sustainably (waste, energy, water use) at home and in the community
• Experience in the design, implementation and management of sustainability education programs
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Competent in the use of MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Benefits

• 21 hour working week
• Work from Home (WFH) options / Flexible Working Arrangements
• Fitness Passport
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles  
• Up to $100 yearly Health & Fitness reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more Contact Emma Treadgold on 02 9424 0160

Closes: 11:30pm, Tuesday 11 February 2025

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer