Job Description
Division/Section:Infrastructure& Operations
PositionType: Permanent Full-Time (9 dayfortnight,*****hours/week)
SalaryRange:Base Salary LGO6 $102,640 per annum +super
ApplicationClose: 11:45pm, 5 October ****
About therole
Townsville CityCouncil is seeking a Senior Sport & Recreation Officer to providespecialist advice, build strong partnerships and deliver programs,projects and initiatives that support a thriving sport andrecreation sector.
Inthis role, you will work collaboratively across Council and withthe Townsville community to strengthen local organisations, guidestrategic planning, and contribute to long-term,sustainablecommunityoutcomes.
Reporting to theGeneral Manager Property, Fleet & Emergency Management, you willplay a key role in planning, advising and delivering services thatrespond to community needs and aspirations.
Youwill help grow and manage customer and stakeholderrelationships,championa customer-centric culture, and support Council'sstrategic vision for Townsville through safe, accountable andvalues-led service delivery.
More aboutthe role:
Providespecialist sport and recreation advice to Council, communitygroups and stakeholders.
Support localsport and recreation organisations through programs, servicesand development opportunities.
Build andmaintain partnerships with community organisations,commercialprovidersand government stakeholders.
Delivercommunity education programs, projects and initiatives thatpromote active and healthy communities.
Contribute tostrategies, masterplans, policies and plans that guide sport,recreation, play and open space outcomes.
Manage openspace use through user agreements, bookings andusageadministration.
Prepare councilreports, briefs and presentations on complex issues andcommunity needs.
Provide adviceand support on external grant opportunities and Council grantprograms.
Model positivesafety behaviours and support a strong Workplace Health andSafety culture.
Aboutyou




Youwill bring strong experience in community sport andrecreation,communitydevelopment, stakeholder engagement and project delivery.You Will be confident working with diversestakeholders,identifyingcommunity needs, and developing practical solutionsthat support sustainable outcomes.
Tobe successful, you will have demonstrated experience in sport andrecreation service provision, planning, programdevelopment,implementationand evaluation, along with strongcommunication,research,analytical and problem-solving skills.
Atertiary qualification in sport and recreation, health,communitydevelopmentor a related discipline is desirable;however,considerableexperience in a similar community development rolewill also be considered.
Demonstratedexperiencesupporting a positive safety culture and meetinghealth and safety obligations.
Experience incommunity development, capacity building and communityplanningprinciples.
Ability toengage effectively with Council departments, community groups,clubs, government agencies and other stakeholders.
High levelinitiative and the ability to manage competing priorities in afar-paced environment.
Experiencepreparingdetailed correspondence, reports, submissions andpresentations.
Ability tomonitor, manage and report on project and programfinances.
CurrentQueensland "C" class driver's licence.
For furtherinformation review thePositionDescription.
Townsville CityCouncil is the largest local government authority in NorthernAustralia.
We're committed to supporting our people through astrong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusiveculture,



and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in ourcommunity.
Wehave a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annualleave + 17.5% leave loading
14 weeks paidParental Leave
Domestic andFamily Violence Leave
Uniforms andPPE provided (if applicable)
Annual wageprogression
Up to*13.5%Superannuationemployer contribution forcontributingmembers
SalarySacrifice opportunities
Access to arange of learning and development opportunities, includingon-the-job learning and formal training programs
FitnessPassport program offering discounted membership to selectedhealth and wellbeing facilities
EmployeeLoyalty Program offering discounts at selected localbusinesses
EmployeeAssistance Program
* TheCouncilcontributionto employees' superannuation forcontributingemployeesshall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earningssubject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of theirordinary time earnings.
ContactEmail:******(for position enquiriesonly)
We arecommitted to creating a protected and inclusive workplace where diversestyles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, encouraged, and respected.
People from diversebackgrounds(includingbut not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities,people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, peoplewith disability, and veterans) are encouraged toapply!
Allsuccessfulcandidatesare required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as partof the recruitment process.
Please be aware Townsville City Councilhas a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in theworkplace.
If you need anyadjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you wouldlike to discuss any accessibility requirements, pleasecontact*****************or phone 9*** for aconfidentialdiscussion.
Attachments:
- N*****_Senior Sport and Recreation Officer_PD.pdf
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📌 Senior Sport And Recreation Officer (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville