Emergency Management and Resilience Coordinator

About the opportunity

Are you ready to make a real impact in your community? We’re on the search for an enthusiastic Emergency Management and Resilience Coordinator who is passionate about building a safer, more prepared community! 

In this important role, you’ll lead the development and coordination of our Council’s emergency management efforts, focusing on building community resilience and preparedness for future disasters, as well as supporting recovery from events like bushfires and floods.

You’ll work closely with government agencies, residents, community groups, and various stakeholders to identify community needs and vulnerabilities. Your goal will be to implement initiatives that effectively address these challenges and strengthen our community’s ability to respond to emergencies.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration:

$103,318 - $118,815 per annum plus superannuation 

The Benefits

• Full-time 35 hours per week 
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Work mobile and iPad supplied
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

About you:

To succeed in this role you will need a degree or postgraduate qualifications in emergency management, social sciences, community welfare, or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience. Strong knowledge of emergency management legislation, community development, and disaster recovery principles is essential. 

What's next?

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume and cover letter. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 17 October 2024 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Paul McLachlan, Director Works and Infrastructure on (02) 4993 4377 

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.