Community Services and Youth Coordinator

Located in the rolling hills of the Central Tablelands with proximity to the Blue Mountains and Sydney, Oberon offers a country lifestyle whilst being a footstep away from the next scenic adventure.

An exciting opportunity has become available at Oberon Council for a highly motivated and proactive Community Services and Youth Coordinator.

This role works closely with the Corporate Services Director and community members to develop, promote, and implement local services, activities, and events, with a focus on youth and elderly residents. It also includes coordinating and assisting residents of Council’s Independent Living Units.

You will be skilled in community engagement and program delivery, able to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, and provide effective administrative and customer service support. This role reports directly to the Corporate Services Director.

The Essential Requirements

• Minimum Certificate IV in Business, Community Services, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant work experience, preferably in local government
• Demonstrated ability to establish, implement, and evaluate community programs and proactively engage with key stakeholders
• Experience working with financial data and monitoring budgets for events and initiatives
• Excellent customer service skills, including managing challenging situations
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Positive interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication, including report preparation
• High-level Microsoft 365 skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

The Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience in Community Services and youth-related areas
• Current Class C Driver Licence

For a full position description and details on the Local Government capability framework please head to Oberon Council website. www.oberon.nsw.gov.au

WHAT’S ON OFFER

• Salary Grade 10, as per Council’s salary system
• 11.5% Superannuation
• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday – 9-day fortnight with a rostered day off on an agreed day
• Working hours are 8:15am to 4:33pm with a 30-minute unpaid meal break
• Laptop provided
• Corporate clothing allowance as per Council policy

If this exciting role sounds like you and you would like to discuss further: Council’s contact officer for this position is Mathew Webb Corporate Services Director on 63298212 or email Mathew.webb@oberon.nsw.gov.au

Council is committed to merit-based selection and applications that do not fully address the key selection criteria may be excluded from shortlisting. Please refer to the Position Description for all key accountabilities of the role.

Applications close on Friday 6 June 2025 @ 4:30pm. All applications must be submitted via email to Human Resources hr@oberon.nsw.gov.au and include a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria and a current resume.