Job Description
Job Description
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At a Glance
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Work type: Indoor 35hrs per week
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Salary: $108,****** to $**********+ 12% superannuation
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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
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Vacancies: Two (2) permanent opportunities
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Closing date: 9pm, Monday, 5 October ****
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The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta **** gives us a clear picture of where we're heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.
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About The Role
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We're on the lookout for a agile and experienced Development Assessment Officer to join our vibrant team. This role is central to the success of our plans and will play a key part in actively contributing to the ongoing improvements in our service delivery and fostering a positive, customer-focused culture. Development assessments in the new City area have increased by 30%, and this position will assist the team with this increased workload.
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In this role you will:
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Process development applications and provide quality planning advice.
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Project manage development applications in a time-efficient manner, managing stakeholder expectations and needs in line with Council practices.
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Manage and present high-quality written reports.
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Identify complex development issues and development solutions across a range of development proposals.
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What's On Offer
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We offer a competitive remuneration package from $108,****** to $********** plus 12% superannuation.
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Two (2) Permanent Full Time Opportunities
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Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes:
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Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‐time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period
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Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years
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Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
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Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
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Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning
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About You
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The successful candidate is someone who brings proven experience in the assessment, management, and processing of Development Applications in a diverse environment.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills including producing high-quality written reports.
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Qualifications/Licences
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Degree in Town Planning or a related field.
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Current Class C Drivers Licence.
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Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description.
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Pre‐employment compliance
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Criminal history check: A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.
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The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.
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Eligibility
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Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

📌 Development Assessment Officer (Sydney)
🏢 City Of Parramatta
📍 Sydney