RECRUITMENT KIT
MANAGER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING
Closing
Date
Applications:
for The closing date for applications for this position is:
4pm, Friday 13th February 2015
Status:
Full time
Location:
This position will be based in Yackandandah, Victoria.
Enterprise Agreement:
Indigo Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement 2012-14. The
agreement is available at www.fairwork.gov.au or by emailing
[email protected]
Classification:
This position has been classified Senior Executive Officer
Salary:
Circa $115k incl. super + vehicle allowance
Payment Details:
Salary is paid on a fortnightly basis into a nominated bank account
by direct bank deposit.
Superannuation:
In addition to the above salary, Council will contribute 9.5% of salary
to Vision Super or another complying superannuation fund as
nominated by the employee if earnings are in excess of $450 per
month. Please note all payments to Superannuation funds other
than Vision Super will be made via a Superannuation Clearing House.
Qualifying Period:
This position will be subjected to a six (6) month qualifying period.
Annual Leave:
Four (4) weeks annual leave per annum (pro-rata)
Other Leave:
Other leave entitlements are listed in the Indigo Shire Council
Enterprise Agreement 2012-14.
Reference, Police and As part of the employment process all applicants will be required to
Qualifications Check:
submit a minimum of two referees, be prepared to undergo a police
check and provide evidence of qualifications.
Application Information
Indigo Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer, and applies merit based selection techniques.
Selection is based on the assessment of each applicant in relation to the selection criteria provided in the
vacancies position description.
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HOW TO APPLY
The Position Description
The position description is an outline of the nature and expected outcomes of the job. It will also include the
knowledge and skills required to undertake the role. A position description is not a detailed record of every
task and duty.
Selection Criteria
The Selection Criteria indicates the level of knowledge, skills, abilities and personal attributes that an
individual needs in order to perform the duties of the position. Indigo Shire Council requires you to provide a
statement addressing each criteria as part of your application, as your responses allow us to better assess
your ability to meet the criteria. How well you fulfil the criteria will determine whether or not you are asked
to attend an interview.
Your Application must include:
1. A covering letter
2. A separate attachment outlining your experience against the selection criteria
3. A current resume, including the names and contact numbers of two referees
Submitting your application
Email
Indigo Shire Council's preferred method of application is email, which can be sent to:
[email protected]. Attachments should be in .doc or .odt format.
Post to
Employment Application
Organisational Development Department
Indigo Shire Council
PO Box 28
Beechworth Vic 3747
Note: If sending via mail please do not bind applications or place in folders. A staple, paper clip or bulldog
clip will suffice.
Applications may also be hand delivered to Indigo Shire Council, 101 Ford Street, Beechworth.
Applications must reach the Organisational Development Unit by the advertised closing date and time. A
receipt of your application will be acknowledged either in writing or via email within seven working days.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION:
Manager Community Planning and Development
DATE:
February 2015
CORPORATE UNIT:
Development and Planning
CLASSIFICATION:
Senior Executive Officer
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Full Time
LOCATION:
Yackandandah
AUTHORISED BY:
Manager Organisational Development
POSITION OBJECTIVE/S
This position will strategically identify, plan, and facilitate the development of social and
community service planning strategies as required, including, place making, infrastructure,
facilities, wellbeing, community engagement and consultation.
The position will lead and manage the delivery of key service areas including but not limited to,
recreation, arts and culture, young people, maternal and child health, emergency recovery, access
and inclusion, and early years.
The position will:
 Advance place making in targeted communities through integrated planning and
implementation of actions to underpin long term futures for each place.
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Align place making with enhancing the economic development opportunities available
across the shire
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Promote active civic and social participation and engagement projects whilst developing
strategic planning alliances to work towards indicators of sustainability for the Shire.
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Provide social and community planning expertise across a broad range of policies, projects
and programs for the Indigo Shire and work across Council divisions to ensure integrated
approaches to shire wide planning.
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Play a key role in identifying and securing funding for strategies and programs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Strategic Planning
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Establish and manage the implementation of a robust Place Making process and program
utilising the integrated plans and strategies from relevant Council units
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Identify community infrastructure, facilities and service requirements for an extended planning
horizon and work with others to design required facilities.
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Support the economic development of the shire through investment attraction activities, and
maximising existing business development
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Contribute a social perspective in the strategic planning processes of the Council aimed at
improving the health and wellbeing of the community.
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Provide specialist social planning input into the preparation of the planning scheme, land use
planning, relevant planning policies, development applications and local planning for
community infrastructure.
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Actively inform and work in partnership with community organisations, developers, business
and governments to form relationships and achieve joint ownership of key strategic direction.
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Actively communicate with all Council Units on the strategic social and service planning
initiatives, seeking input and clear awareness of the implications of specific community
development projects and policy directives.
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Actively participate as part of Councils Integrated Planning approach, providing social planning
advice to proposed community services, economic development, infrastructure and facilities.
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Engage, support and manage research partners and community in social research projects
relevant to community strengthening.
Advocacy and Lobbying
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Develop and maintain strategic alliances, encourage consultation and co-operation with
Commonwealth, State and community agencies, voluntary and private organisations in a
cooperative and coordinated approach to advance Council’s social policy, economic
development, and community strengthening initiatives.
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Represent Indigo Shire on community committees, Commonwealth and State Government
advisory committees and working parties as necessary.
Data and Needs Analysis
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Capture, analyse and interpret a range of social data based on people (demographics), place
(locality) and issues (social, economic and environmental) in order to identify and prioritise
social and service needs
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Based on the analysis of data and broader research, provide advice to Council, Council
departments, developers and community organisations on existing and emerging needs and
wellbeing of the community
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Provide input into corporate and operational planning processes to meet identified and
predicted community need
Policy Development
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Work in partnership with other Council units, levels of Government, community agencies and
residents to develop social strategies, plans and policies, including evaluation of
Commonwealth and state policy direction and the provision of advice on the implications for
Council.
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Develop social and service policy for Council approval.
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Service Planning and Delivery
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Develop long term plans for required community infrastructure and facilities in accordance with
Council direction and identified community need.
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Develop new and innovative models for the sustainability of service systems, infrastructure and
projects within the community.
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Initiate, develop, facilitate and manage various community projects.
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Undertake social impact assessments on development and policy proposals as required.
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Facilitate community consultation activities to gain cooperation and input for key projects and
social and service planning processes.
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Act as a specialist resource for local agencies, projects and providers
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Identify and pursue opportunities for funding and develop funding applications and submissions
to attract services, funding and support.
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To provide overall leadership, development and management of the following services and
activities in Council’s Community Planning function:
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Family and Children’s Services
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Youth Services
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Community Safety
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Maternal and Child Health Service
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Recreation Services
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Arts and Cultural Services
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Community Development initiatives
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Emergency Recovery
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Community Grants
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Funding applications
Business Planning and Financial Management
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Develop service or business plans for the operation of the Business Unit which reflect alignment
to the Council Plan, and assist in the development of service or business plans for the
operations of the service teams within the Unit.
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Ensure the operations of the Business Unit and Service Teams within the Unit are within
budgetary limits and Service Agreements as appropriate.
Leadership / Developing Others
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Provide effective leadership for staff within the Business Unit which ensures the establishment
and ongoing operation of effective service teams providing the range of services within the
scope of the Business Unit.
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Provide motivation and leadership for staff to assist them through the process of
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organisational, operational and environmental changes within the workplace.
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Develop a consultative, integrated, and multi-skilled team approach within the Business Unit
and Service Teams.
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Motivate and encourage staff to achieve their full potential and provide opportunities for staff
to develop their skills and knowledge.
GENERAL WORK REQUIREMENTS
General
 To provide the best customer service to both internal and external customers in accordance
with Council’s Customer Service Policy, in particular:
o Reply in written correspondence within 14 days
o Return telephone calls within 24 hours
o Ensuring that the public image of the Council as a service provider is always
maintained in the highest integrity.
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To support Council objectives in the public forum
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To live and model the Council values
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To provide a positive personal contribution in the policy and decisions in relation to the
position and the public image of the Council.
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To provide a positive personal contribution in the exchange of information between team
members, across business departments and with customers.
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To encourage and participate in team activities.
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To participate in training programs designed to increase efficiency and effectiveness
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To identify areas where additional training is required and advise supervisor.
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Presentation of courteous and helpful image to Councillors, internal officers, outside
organisations and customers
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Maintenance of confidentiality in performing the duties of the position and in liaising with
internal officers, outside organisations and customers.
Public Safety / Risk Management
 To be observant with regard to identification of potential public safety hazards and notify
supervisor of hazards which cannot be remedied immediately.
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Where possible, rectify hazards and notify supervisor with a view of preventing recurrence.
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To follow up action items reported by staff and advise staff of action taken.
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Observe risk management principles, policies and practices through the risk management
strategy and operational procedure statements.
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Employ risk management principles and practices in day-to-day duties and functions.
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Report on any matter that may have a potential risk exposure to the organisation, fellow
employees, contractors or the public.
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Occupational Health and Safety
 To comply with provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act by taking all
reasonable precautions to ensure the health and safety of self and others.
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To rectify actual or potential hazardous situations, where appropriate, in accordance with
established policies and procedures.
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To participate in programs designed to monitor and protect the health of staff in their
workplace.
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To report as soon as practicable to your Supervisor / Manager
o Unsafe equipment , work practices or conditions
o Potential Hazards
o Near Misses
o All injuries sustained whilst in the performance of work duties
o Damage to Council equipment or property
ORGANISATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
REPORTS TO:
SUPERVISES:
INTERNAL LIAISONS:
EXTERNAL LIAISONS:
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Director Development & Planning
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Place Making Officer
Economic Development Officer
Early Years Co-ordinator
Youth Services Officer
Arts and Culture Officer
Community Development Officer
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Executive Management Team
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Corporate Management Team
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All Council units
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Councillors
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Key service organisations and stakeholders
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Government agencies
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Government departments
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Community organisations
ACCOUNTABILITY AND EXTENT OF AUTHORITY
The position is accountable for:
 Compliance within the Unit of the requirements of the Local Government Act 1989 and
regulations, and other relevant legislation and Council policies, delegations and budgets.
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The achievement of goals, objectives and policies set by Council.
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The effective delivery and operations of the Community Planning and Development unit
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including strategic social planning, policy development, service delivery and utilisation of
resources to achieve the set long term vision.
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Representing Council in negotiations with the Commonwealth, State and others to achieve the
objectives of the position
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The position has the authority to provide accurate, timely and meaningful advice to the Chief
Executive Officer, Executive Management team and staff, and produce correspondence
relevant to the Unit.
SPECIALIST SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Research and Analysis
 High level ability to research and analyse data and information and form a position to underpin
strategic considerations by Council
 High level ability to collate and organise information and date into strategic and service plans to
direct Council in shaping priorities and resource allocations
 High level ability to interpret government direction and policy settings and to make sound
assessments on implications for Council and appropriate responses required.
Judgement and Decision Making Skills
 Ability to use judgement to make decisions in situations where methods and procedures are
less well defined and where the employee must develop and adapt the methods and
procedures.
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Ability to use judgement to make decisions on policy options, and to identify and analyse an
unspecified and un-apparent range of options.
Management Skills
 Ability to manage own time, set priorities, and plan and organise one’s own work to achieve
objectives and goals, taking into account organisational and external constraints and
opportunities, in the most efficient way possible within the resources available and within a set
timetable despite conflicting pressures.
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Ability to assist other employees by providing guidance, advice and training on routine
technical, procedural or administrative matters.
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Ability to motivate and lead others to work collaboratively in the achievement of unit goals and
objectives and overall Council direction.
Finance and Budgeting Skills
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Good knowledge of financial control systems (invoicing, accounts payable, statements,
purchase cards).
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Strong ability to cost and prepare budgets and analyse, monitor and investigate budget to
actual variances.
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Interpersonal Skills
 Advanced verbal communication skills to form relationships and to communicate with Council,
executive management, government agencies, members of the public, and other employees
and enable the resolution of specialist problems.
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Advanced written communication skills to communicate with Council, executive management,
members of the public, and other employees, and enable the writing of specialist and advanced
reports in field of expertise and the preparation of external correspondence.
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Ability to gain cooperation and assistance from Council, executive management, the public and
other employees in the administration of broadly defined activities, and employees in the
supervision of these employees.
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Ability to persuade, convince and negotiate with Council, executive management, government
agencies, public, employees, and others in the pursuit and achievement of specific and set
objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
 Tertiary qualifications in social and service planning and policy development, place making,
community development, social sciences or similar discipline.
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Demonstrated experience in Service Planning, Place Making, Community Development, Social
Policy or Community and Community Facility Planning.
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Significant experience at middle management level or higher in local government, private
sector or a multi-functional organisational environment.
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Experience in managing change in an environment of resource constraint.
SELECTION CRITERIA
 Expertise and proficiency in the application of theory to practice in social and service planning
and community development, including identification of solutions to problems and
opportunities.
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A sound understanding of the economic, political and social context and issues relating to social
and service planning and Community Development and Council operations.
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Ability to integrate various Council plans and strategies to achieve greatest benefit to specific
places and communities.
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The ability to formulate, prepare and negotiate the strategic social, economic, and place making
direction of Council.
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Demonstrated ability to manage staff and business units effectively with a high degree of
flexibility within a changing workplace environment.
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Demonstrated ability to project a positive customer service image for the Council.
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