Who we are

The City of Salisbury is the most progressive council in South Australia, driving growth, jobs, housing and opportunity in the north. With a workforce of over 400 people, we offer the chance to collaborate with teams across the organisation to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

The Community Development Department manages the City’s libraries, community centres, community hubs, and diverse recreational facilities and partnerships, while also providing support services that enhance quality of life, promote inclusivity, and foster active community engagement.

Join us and see the positive impact of your work can make.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Inclusion Officer to support Council's commitment to creating an accessible, inclusive and welcoming community for people with disability.

Reporting to the Team Leader Community Diversity and Inclusion, you will play a key role in implementing, monitoring and evaluating Council's Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP), while working across the organisation to embed inclusive practices into planning, projects, services, programs and community engagement activities.

This is a collaborative role that works closely with people with disability, families, carers, community organisations, government agencies and internal stakeholders to improve accessibility, participation and community connection.

Your key responsibilities will include

- Support the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Council's Disability Access and Inclusion Plan.
- Provide advice and practical support to Council teams on disability access and inclusion.
- Promote inclusive practices across Council programs, services, projects, facilities and community engagement activities.
- Engage with people with disability, families, carers and representative organisations to ensure lived experience informs Council planning and decision-making.
- Coordinate and support the Salisbury Disability Access and Inclusion Network.
- Undertake research,



environmental scanning and analysis of emerging issues, legislation and best practice.
- Develop and maintain effective partnerships with community organisations, government agencies and disability sector stakeholders.
- Assist with the development and delivery of programs, projects and initiatives that improve participation, accessibility and social inclusion.
- Contribute to advocacy and awareness initiatives that support disability inclusion across the community.
- Monitor project outcomes and prepare reports, presentations and other documentation to support continuous improvement.

About you

You are a collaborative and community-minded professional with a genuine commitment to disability inclusion and improving outcomes for people with disability.

You have strong relationship-building skills and can engage confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders. You are comfortable working across multiple projects, analysing information, providing advice and contributing to initiatives that create meaningful community impact.

Most importantly, you are passionate about removing barriers and creating opportunities for people with disability to fully participate in community life.

You will also have

- Knowledge and understanding of disability legislation, policy and frameworks, including the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) and Disability Inclusion Act 2018 (SA).
- Understanding of the social model of disability, human rights-based approaches and inclusive practice.
- Experience supporting access and inclusion initiatives, community development programs or related projects.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and work collaboratively with people with disability, families, carers,



community organisations and government stakeholders.
- Robust research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience preparing reports, presentations, business cases or project documentation.
- Demonstrated project coordination skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships and contribute to cross-functional projects and teams.
- Current National Police Clearance Certificate.
- Current Working With Children's Check.
- NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

Desirable

- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience in community development, disability, social sciences, public policy or a related field.
- Experience working within local government or a government environment.
- Lived experience of disability as a person with disability, family member or carer.

What we offer

- State-of-the-art Salisbury Community Hub is 25 minutes from the CBD with excellent rail and road connections.
- Modern and positive work environments.
- Free car parking.
- Flexible work options.
- Three additional leave days per year.
- Annual pay rises.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including skin checks, health assessments, flu vaccinations and an employee assistance program.
- Professional development opportunities.

Read the [Position Description].

Eligibility

A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and relevant screening clearances are required for this position.

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, veterans, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Contact us

All enquiries can be made to [email protected]

Applications close 9:00am, 20 November 2026.

📌 Inclusion Officer (Salisbury)
🏢 City of Salisbury
📍 Salisbury