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• Permanent, Full Time position
• Living Allowance up to $15K
• Location - Newman

The Shire of East Pilbara is a well-established Local Government Authority in Western Australia, which services the town sites of Newman, Marble Bar, Nullagine and local communities.

We now seek a highly organised and motivated individual to fill the permanent position Youth Engagement Officer. In this challenging, yet exciting role, while under the direction of the Coordinator Youth Services, the successful applicant will assist in the effective running of the Youth Centre. This includes but is not limited to facility management, planning and delivery of the programs, creation and coordination of school holiday programs, staff supervision, building a rapport with young people and engaging with stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, a diploma or higher qualification in Youth Work, Community Development, Social Science Discipline or similar; OR a Certificate IV in Youth Work with at least one (1) year demonstrated relevant work experience is essential. The successful applicant must possess a current Senior First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain, Working With Children Check and a Police Clearance (dated within the last 3 months).

The salary package is between $70,946.68 and $76,602.98 per annum (inclusive of up to $14.5% superannuation). Additional benefits include the Living Allowance (up to $15K), 5 weeks annual leave, a uniform allowance, parental leave, eligibility for long service leave, annual travel assistance professional development and a 50% discount for recreational/gym/aquatic memberships and free fitness assessments.

For enquiries relating to the application or recruitment process, please contact:

Chloe Egan – Human Resources Officer on (08) 9175 8000 or [email protected], using the subject line: Youth Engagement Officer - Newman enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For role specific enquiries, please contact:

Paul Howrie – Manager Community Wellbeing on (08) 9175 8000

Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.

Next steps – if you are interested in this position, please apply via our website by clicking Apply Now, where the Application Package along with the Position Description can be downloaded. If you are unable to apply via our website, please submit your application by emailing [email protected], using the subject line: Youth Engagement Officer - Newman application via EthicalJobs. Applicants are requested to submit an up to date resume and cover letter addressing the essential criteria no more than 3 pages.