Canterbury-Bankstown Council

Community Facilities Liaison Officer

Here at CBCity 

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Councils in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 29 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 370,000 residents. 

The role

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join the Community Facilities team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute positively to the community by ensuring that facilities are well-managed, accessible and meet Local Government regulations. The successful applicant will be the primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders and will manage relationships and expectations in line with the Council's Community Facilities Policy to achieve positive community outcomes. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the day to day management of leased and licenced community facilities.
• A key responsibility is assisting with the end to end process of leasing and licencing community land, as well as managing ongoing stakeholder relationships to ensure successful outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with the Local Government Act and other relevant legislation.
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and prompt improvements to management systems, processes and practices to improve our service delivery to the community.
• Preparation of tender and expressions of interest documents for community facilities.

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have

Skills and Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in managing community facilities and a high level understanding of working with community organisations
• Strong understanding of the Local Government Act and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge and experience in managing community facilities and high-level understanding of working with community organisations. 
• Demonstrated ability to act as an effective administrator by achieving project deadlines as well as managing and responding to conflicting priorities. 

Desired Attributes:

• Dynamic and proactive approach.
• Commitment to achieving positive community outcomes.
• Experience in leasing and licencing processes.

The salary range for this opportunity starts at $90,858 (Grade G, Step1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience. 

Click here to access salary information for all steps within the designated Grade.

What’s on offer

• An attractive remuneration package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Accrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• Permanent full-time position with Local Government conditions such as long service leave after 5 years, annual salary increases and generous parental leave options.
• Contribute to making a positive impact on our community. 
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact Chantelle Blackburn (Team Leader Community Facilities) at chantelle.blackburn@cbcity.nsw.gov.au 

You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now’ button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday, 11 February 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. 

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at recruitment@cbcity.nsw.gov.au

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.   

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.