City of Gold Coast
Senior Heritage Community Officer
Job Location
Coorparoo, Australia
Job Description
Senior Heritage Community Officer
About the team
This exciting role is situated within the Heritage and First Nations Team – high performing professionals that deliver quality protection, conservation, compliance, and First Nations expertise for the City. The team is situated in the Environment and Heritage Branch of the Department Environment, Heritage, and Resilience which services City administration, the Council, and our community.
About your new role
The Senior Heritage Community Officer position is within the City’s heritage conservation workstream, reporting to the Heritage Conservation Lead.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage heritage programs to support property owners and community initiatives.
Building relationships with local stakeholders, including residents, organisations, and government agencies to foster participation in heritage initiatives.
Prepare and implement heritage interpretation plans and trails to enhance public understanding of the City’s historical and cultural assets.
Conducting research on local history, culture, and heritage sites, and maintaining accurate records
Coordinate and plan annual Heritage Weeks, including special events, workshops, and activities that celebrate the City’s heritage.
Designing educational programs, workshops, and events that promote community heritage awareness.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote heritage conservation goals.
Assist in the promotion of heritage programs through marketing, social media, and community outreach initiatives.
Provide expert advice and support for heritage-related queries and projects.
We're looking for people who have:
Besides a passion for heritage conservation and community outreach, you will have cultural heritage and project management experience and hold a degree in a relevant cultural heritage discipline (Heritage Conservation, History, Archaeology, or a related field).
In addition to this, you'll have:
Experience in managing heritage programs and creating heritage interpretation plans and trails.
Demonstrated experience in organising heritage events such as Heritage Weeks or guided walks.
Strong understanding of heritage legislation and best conservation practices.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse audiences.
Experience working with community groups, government bodies, and heritage professionals is highly desirable.
Strong project management and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience preparing website content is highly desirable.
Experience in developing heritage brand, tourism, and promotion strategies would be desirable.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
9-day fortnight
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Hybrid office / work from home options
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Anne Mckenzie
Contact Number
0481 096 211
Closing Date
Sunday 17th November 2024
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
Location: Coorparoo, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
About the team
This exciting role is situated within the Heritage and First Nations Team – high performing professionals that deliver quality protection, conservation, compliance, and First Nations expertise for the City. The team is situated in the Environment and Heritage Branch of the Department Environment, Heritage, and Resilience which services City administration, the Council, and our community.
About your new role
The Senior Heritage Community Officer position is within the City’s heritage conservation workstream, reporting to the Heritage Conservation Lead.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and manage heritage programs to support property owners and community initiatives.
Building relationships with local stakeholders, including residents, organisations, and government agencies to foster participation in heritage initiatives.
Prepare and implement heritage interpretation plans and trails to enhance public understanding of the City’s historical and cultural assets.
Conducting research on local history, culture, and heritage sites, and maintaining accurate records
Coordinate and plan annual Heritage Weeks, including special events, workshops, and activities that celebrate the City’s heritage.
Designing educational programs, workshops, and events that promote community heritage awareness.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to promote heritage conservation goals.
Assist in the promotion of heritage programs through marketing, social media, and community outreach initiatives.
Provide expert advice and support for heritage-related queries and projects.
We're looking for people who have:
Besides a passion for heritage conservation and community outreach, you will have cultural heritage and project management experience and hold a degree in a relevant cultural heritage discipline (Heritage Conservation, History, Archaeology, or a related field).
In addition to this, you'll have:
Experience in managing heritage programs and creating heritage interpretation plans and trails.
Demonstrated experience in organising heritage events such as Heritage Weeks or guided walks.
Strong understanding of heritage legislation and best conservation practices.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse audiences.
Experience working with community groups, government bodies, and heritage professionals is highly desirable.
Strong project management and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Experience preparing website content is highly desirable.
Experience in developing heritage brand, tourism, and promotion strategies would be desirable.
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
9-day fortnight
Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
Personal and professional development courses
Hybrid office / work from home options
Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email recruitment@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Contact Person
Anne Mckenzie
Contact Number
0481 096 211
Closing Date
Sunday 17th November 2024
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
Location: Coorparoo, AU
Posted Date: 11/5/2024
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