Community Development Officer, Children, Young People & Families

Job No: BATC48
Location: Bathurst

About the role

Are you looking for a new challenge in 2026.  Bathurst Regional Council is looking for a Community Development Officer to join our Community Development team.

 

The new role will support community priorities and objective in relation to children, young people and families across the Bathurst Local Government area. 

 

You will bring your project management skills, strategic thinking and innovation to a team passionate about making a difference in the community. We are seeking an experienced person who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and committed to making a difference. 

 

As a Community Development Officer, you will lead community development projects, build partnerships and support community priorities and objectives in relation to children, young people and families. 

Position Summary

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Essential Criteria

  • Tertiary or postgraduate qualification in Social Science.
  • Community Development experience, working with community members, community groups and organisations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the Children, Young People and Family Sector
  • Ability to lead successful capacity building projects
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Work in team with other Community Development Officers to achieve optimal results

What We Can Offer

Work/Life Balance enjoy a rostered day off every third week to recharge and reset

Generous Leave Entitlements to support your personal and family needs

Fitness Passport to Stay active and healthy

Training & Development to expand your skills

Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services

 

Want To Know More?

Salary: $1453.41  to $1,526.99 per week + 12% superannuation

Position Status: Permanent – Full-time

Hours of work:  35 hours per week with an RDO every three weeks

Application closing date: Sunday, 8 February 2026, at 11.30pm

Contact Officer: Bronwyn Starkey – 6333 6135

 

This position requires a pre- employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug and alcohol screen.

 

How to Apply?

To apply,  please click Apply. There are screening questions that must be answered to apply for the position. You will need to upload a Resume to complete the application.

 

You can  save and return to your job application at any time prior to the closing date. Unfortunately, applications that are not completed by the closing date and time will not be considered.

 

Your application information will be kept confidential in line with the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998.

 

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

 

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

 

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About Bathurst Regional Council

Congratulations on taking the first step toward joining one of the Bathurst Region’s largest employers! Bathurst Regional Council employs over 400 staff in a diverse range of careers and provides a large range of services to our community. Working for Council is a stimulating and rewarding career option, providing the opportunity to be part of a team contributing to shaping the success and future of our Region.

Bathurst really is the best of both worlds – a beautiful country lifestyle just two and a half hours from Sydney. Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland settlement located just over 200 kilometres west of Sydney on the Macquarie River. The region is conveniently located with effective transport links to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and there is no shortage of things to see and do if you want to explore or take a lazy Sunday drive.