Community Education Officer - Ocean Safety & Lifeguards

Job No: SSC1150
Location: Sutherland Shire

Community Education Officer - Ocean Safety & Lifeguards

  • Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing community water safety education.
  • Design and coordinate innovative educational programs for diverse community groups.
  • Develop strong relationships with stakeholders to promote effective community engagement.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of water safety initiatives within a supportive environment.

About Sutherland Shire Council

At Sutherland Shire Council we are committed to providing exceptional services to our community, focusing on safety, education, and engagement. Our Public Safety & Lifeguard Team aims to create a safer beach environment through a proactive approach to community education and lifeguard supervision.

We believe in working collaboratively to foster a culture of respect, achieve excellence, and evolve with community needs, ensuring that our programs are relevant and impactful.

Position Overview

The Community Education Officer for Ocean Safety & Lifeguards plays a vital role in designing, developing, and coordinating educational programs for the Ocean Safety & Lifeguard team. This position is responsible for overseeing surf education initiatives, managing educational resources, and supervising lifeguard staff to ensure effective delivery of programs. The goal is to elevate community awareness and understanding of coastal safety through high-quality educational materials and exceptional customer service.

This role also focuses on community engagement, liaising with various stakeholders, and promoting water safety initiatives across diverse demographic groups. 

What We're Looking For

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about community education and safety, with a strong background in educational program delivery and stakeholder engagement.

  • Tertiary qualifications in Education with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in teaching and program delivery.
  • Current RMS Class C drivers licence and NSW Working with Children Clearance.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent interpersonal abilities.
  • Highly developed project management and computer skills, including experience with social media platforms.

Join our Team and Grow with Us!

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

  • Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
  • Get your application in by 11.59pm: Wednesday 9th October 2024.
  • Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated week commencing Monday 14th October 2024
  • Package: $76,424 - $85,595 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
  • Hours of work: Temporary Full-Time role, working 35 hours per week with the option of a 19 day month. Position expected to available for up to 24 months.
  • To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.

Click on the link to check out the Position Description

Reach out to Bede Elphick, Team Leader Ocean Safety & Lifeguards, BElphick@ssc.nsw.gov.au for any job specific enquiries.
Jodi Johnson, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, JJohnson@ssc.nsw.gov.au can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.

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About Us

If you want to make a difference and be part of a challenging and rewarding working environment, then joining us just might be the right career move for you! Join a passionate and dedicated team covering a diversity of services, industries and occupations.

At Sutherland Shire Council we do more than serve our community – we are our community. Our energy can be seen in everything we do. From having a can-do attitude, to embracing change and opportunities, being people-centred and working together as one.