A great lifestyle in a treasured environment, this is life at PSC
The opportunity
The Integrated Planning & Reporting (IP&R) Framework came into practice in 2009 and changed the way Councils in NSW have reported on their plans for the future, and includes a suite of integrated plans that set out a vision, goal, and strategic actions to achieve.
As our Integrated Planning & Reporting Specialist, you will lead the development, coordination, and continuous improvement of Council's IP&R Framework whilst ensuring alignment with both legislative requirements, and strategic priorities organisationally.
Your role will support evidence-based decision making and organisational performance through effective planning, reporting and engagement practices, including developing the 4-year Delivery Plan, and Operational Plan, assisting with the development of the Community Strategic Plan, and continued monitoring across other agreed metrics.
This role will provide direction to a small team, with one direct report.
* This is a permanent opportunity– working full-time 35 hours / week + access to a flexible working arrangement
* Base Salary Range: $93,424 to $109,907 pa based on 35 hours / week + 12% superannuation + $2,464 retention allowance
* You will be working from PSC Administration Building, Raymond Terrace
Key Responsibilities
* Coordinate the development, implementation, and promotion of statutory Integrated Planning & Reporting requirements
* Support the progression of effective IP&R through the provision of advice, support, expertise, and skills to the Senior Leadership Team
* Identify and implement enhancements to the IP&R process
* Support the Coordinator with broader business planning and service review data
Requirements
* Tertiary qualifications in Management/Business Administration/Project Management, or the Public Sector field with demonstrable relevant experience
* Demonstrated knowledge of the Local Government Act 1993
* High level of understanding and experience in developing planning hierarchies including identifying both effectiveness and efficiency performance measures
* Ability to lead and motivate other to cooperate in the achievement of difficult and sometimes conflicting objectives
Benefits
* Work/Life balance with generous leave entitlements, flexible work options and leave in lieu
* Long service leave when you've been with us for just over 5 years
* Health & Wellbeing leave to recharge when you need it
* Industry leading Paid Parental Leave accessible for all employees – regardless of how you became a parent, we offer 14 weeks that can be taken within 2 years from the birth, adoption, or long-term foster care of your child.
* PSCare Day available to all employees to take in addition to your regular leave entitlements
* Confidential support (including mental health) through our employee assistance program
* Award winning health and wellbeing program PSCare, Workers Health Initiative with access to a broad range of gyms in the area, and discounted health insurance
* Free parking on site and a convenient local shopping centre
* Coffee and food to keep you sustained at our on-site café
Applications Close: Midnight, Sunday 19 October 2025
Contact: Melissa Dodds, Organisation Support Section Manager, on (02) 4988 0381
Port Stephens Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a child-safe environment and supporting children and young people to have safe and welcoming experiences in our community.
We acknowledge the Worimi as the original Custodians and inhabitants of Port Stephens.
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