Community Centre Assistants

Job No: COB2523
Location: Cobar

ABOUT US

Council owns and operates the Cobar Shire & TAFE Library, Great Cobar Museum, Lilliane Brady Village (aged care facility), Children's Services, Youth & Community as well as works depots in Euabalong and Cobar.

Our core values - Accountability, Communication, Effective Leadership, Integrity and Teamwork (ACE IT) represent who we are as an organisation. They are the agreed guiding principles for how we carry out our duties and interact with our community.

Affectionately known as the "Youthie" to locals, the Cobar Youth & Community Centre provides a variety of services to the Cobar community, including sporting competitions, coordinated recreational activities for people of all ages, a cafe, function room, gymnasium, basketball courts, and squash courts for general use. 

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you will:

  • Be reliable
  • Have previous experience in customer service
  • Have sound computer literacy skills
  • Have the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse range of users of the Centre
  • Have the ability to independently problem solve and adapt to changes

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Community Centre Assistants will be our frontline customer service for the Youth & Community Centre, so will need to be passionate about giving back to the community and building relationships with people from all walks of life. Duties include reception for the facility, kiosk service, food preparation, assistance with organised sporting and recreational activities, supervision of users, management of users, as well as other general clerical and cleaning duties. 

This casual position is classified as Band 1 Level 3 ($35.31/hr including casual loading) under Council's salary system in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award. 

The current hours of operation require staff to work a variety of shifts (split shifts, mornings, evenings, and weekends) in accordance with a fortnightly roster. These hours are subject to change in accordance with the operational needs of the business. Applicants must be willing and able to work alone, including lock ups, particularly on weekends.

Click here to read the position description for more information about this role. 

Applicants will need to provide a covering letter outlining their suitability for this role together with a current resume to apply.

Applications close Monday 23 June 2025

Cobar Shire Council welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) in Australia to apply for this position.

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Discover the vibrant heart of New South Wales at Cobar Shire, where the crossroads of the Barrier Highway and the Kidman Way unveil a gateway to adventure and opportunity. Boasting excellent road, rail, and air links to Australia's capital cities, Cobar is a hub of connectivity and community. Embrace the rich history and heritage, explore the Great Cobar Museum, and immerse yourself in the unique attractions that make Cobar an ideal place to live, work, and play. Join us in Cobar Shire and become part of a thriving community where the spirit of exploration meets the warmth of home.
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