* Full-Time | Permanent
* Level Six | *Salary: $98,345 to $106,287 per annum, plus superannuation
* Vacancy 017/2026
The opportunity
We are in the market for an experienced, full-time and qualified Senior Community Development Officer. You are a passionate, committed individual who enjoys the rewards of a good challenge.
At the City of Mandurah, we strive to embrace change as our norm and require a person who is innovative, agile, proactive and enthusiastic. You will work as part of a passionate team of people in Community Development, focusing your skills on achieving outcomes for the City's communities by working to strengthen community led initiatives, groups, championing inclusive, equitable practises that ensure all groups and people living and working within the City of Mandurah have a 'fair go'.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A degree level qualification relevant to the role
* Hold a current unrestricted "C-A" (Automatic) or "C-B" (Manual) class national driver's licence
* National Police Clearance dated less than 3 months old
* A minimum of three years' previous experience in a related role
* Substantial experience in building community capacity by facilitating effective outcomes within a diverse community, utilising and delivering contemporary community development practices
* Demonstrated knowledge of place-based and asset based community development principles and practices
* Knowledge of, and experience in, community engagement.
For more information about the role please refer to the position description.
How to apply
Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great To apply please visit our Careers page at Further information can be obtained by calling Sarah Greenwood, Coordinator Community Development, on
Closing date
Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Our commitment
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.
Additional information
* All applications will be assessed in accordance with merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet the requirements outlined in the attached position description, including essential qualifications and license, the role may be reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.
* *The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
* As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test.
* This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
* To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
* To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment page.
Casey MihovilovichChief Executive Officer