Director Development & Community

Posted: 28/08/2026

Closing Date: 18/09/2026

Job Type: Contract

Location: Administration Office

Job Category: Executive & Strategic Management

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural workplace that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town!

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).

Job Description

About the Position

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and capable leader to join the Shire of Broome in the role of Director Development and Community.

The Director Development and Community will be responsible for providing leadership and delivering strategic and community outcomes and exceptional customer service in the areas of Community Engagement, Marketing and Communications, Place Activation, Economic Development, Special Projects, Town Planning, Building, Environmental Health, Emergency, Community Safety and Ranger services.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have

- Experience at a senior management level of at least 5 years
- Capacity to deal with complex community, development, economic and regulatory services issues including the formulation of appropriate action strategies and to provide high level advice to the CEO and Council
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills together with demonstrated advocacy and negotiation skills




- Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of a diverse organisation
- Well-developed leadership and management skills
- Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Health, Building, Community and Economic Development or related area. Membership of or eligibility for membership of, a relevant professional body.
- Possession of or progress towards a post graduate qualification in management (Desirable)

Desired Skills And Experience

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

- $190,000 - $210,000 base salary per annum (5 year contract)
- In addition to base salary there are generous allowances, including Broome Location Allowance ($20,000 pa), Housing Allowance (Rental) of $28,080 pa or Housing Allowance (Home Ownership) $33,750 pa and Utilities Reimbursement Allowance of $6,000 and Travel reimbursement Allowance of $6,500 pa, as well as employer matched superannuation up to a total of 15.5%.
- Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including 6 weeks Annual Leave and 6 x Executive Leave days - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle!
- Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more.
- Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre.
- A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga.
- An active and engaging social club.
- Shire housing at market rent available for candidates outside Broome (able to be salary sacrificed).
- Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates outside Broome.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm Friday 18th September 2026.

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📌 Director Development & Community (Broome)
🏢 Shire of Broome
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