Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

Part time / 21 hours per week

Pro Rata Salary from $55K per annum

Fitness Passport Option + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team within the Arts and Culture sector in the vibrant region of Western Sydney. Based in Windsor, NSW, and reporting to the Gallery and Museum Coordinator, the purpose of this role is to research, develop and deliver innovative, multidisciplinary, inclusive and accessible programs, events and audience engagement with the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery and Hawkesbury Regional Museum’s visitors.

About You You will have demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with stakeholders at all levels. You will have excellent organisational, problem solving and time management skills with the ability to complete tasks within deadlines. You will be passionate about engaging with diverse audiences and developing effective programs as well as proven capability to foster community participation, access and engagement.

Essential Criteria

Related tertiary qualifications and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant field such as arts education, public programs, museums studies,



and or visual arts

Experience in project coordination including the proven ability to plan projects effectively and achieve desired outcomes

Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing innovative and structured learning programs and resources for diverse audiences such as youth, CALD, mature, disability/access

Demonstrated experience in primary and/or secondary education and a good knowledge of NSW History and Creative Arts syllabuses

Knowledge of current research arising in education, Gallery/Museum based learning and or an understanding of museum standards and the gallery/museum sector

The right to live and work in Australia

Class C Drivers Licence

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

Desirable

First Aid Certificate

Demonstrated experience to work with social media and online resources to effectively engage audiences

Demonstrated experience to work in small multi-disciplinary team, with limited resources and supervision

The Rewards Working at Hawkesbury Council has exciting benefits for our team members, including:

Excellent working environment

Paid Parental Leave

Health and Wellbeing Program

Long Service Leave after 5 years

Training and Development Opportunities

Employee Reward and Recognition program

Fitness Passport

Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities

Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

Applications close Sunday, 25th October 2026

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.

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