Taking a 'One Agency' approach in servicing the ACT community, the ACTRFS Membership Officer provides day to day administrative support the Assistant Director - Membership (ACTRFS and ACTSES) in the delivery of functions as outlined in the _ACT_ _Emergencies Act 2004._ This includes support to recruitment, retention and recognition activities for the volunteer membership of both Services.
The ACTRFS Membership Officer is responsible for coordinating service-level volunteer engagement activities and contributing to the management of membership welfare and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) matters such as accidents, incidents and near misses.
The ACTRFS Membership Officer will have excellent communication and negotiation skills and the ability to build sustainable, positive, and productive working relationships. You will be a highly organised self-starter who is able to respond efficiently to business needs, meet tight timeframes, demonstrate initiative and sound judgement.
Working collaboratively with the Operations and Learning and Development Team, you will contribute to the delivery of advice, coaching, and mentoring to volunteers regarding capability and skills development.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
**Eligibility/ Other Requirements**:
- Background and Security clearance checks will be conducted including National Police Records Check.
- Qualifications in a field related to adult education, emergency management or fire behaviour are **desirable**.
- An understanding of the emergency services volunteer environment would be an advantage but is not essential.
- Minimum C Class driver's licence is essential.
- A pre-employment medical is required for all new employees. The ACTRFS also requires the successful applicant to undertake an annual fitness test for fire ground access.
- This position requires an ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration. Work after hours and at weekends, including attending meetings, local Brigade visits through periods of operational response, and participation as Duty Officer may be required.
**How to Apply**:To apply, applicants are required to submit two items: 1) a two-page written response addressing the professional/technical skills and knowledge, behavioural capabilities, and any relevant Compliance Requirements/Qualification; and 2) a current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager). Please ensure you submit all required items.