Community Safety Engagement Officer

Are you passionate about enhancing community safety and promoting well-being within public spaces? Council is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a Community Safety Engagement Officer.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working closely with the community, engaging with stakeholders, and implementing strategies that improve public safety.

As the Community Safety Engagement Officer, your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Implement evidence-based approaches to address community safety needs, guided by Council’s community safety plan.
• Foster collaboration among Council, external agencies and community groups to address safety concerns and broker solutions.
• Coordinate and present community safety data to diverse audiences.
• Lead the daily operations and tasking of Public Space Safety Team and provide informed and timely advice and assistance to public safety concerns.
• Engage with residents to address safety concerns and facilitate localised solutions where possible.
• Develop communication strategies to enhance community awareness on public safety.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification relevant to the position and/or previous experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated experience in an engagement and/or customer response role.
• A current “C” class driver’s licence.
• Proven experience responding to community safety enquiries from the public.
• Well-developed problem-solving abilities.
• A strong knowledge of tools, techniques, technology platforms, and social media to drive community engagement and project management.
• Highly developed administrative, research, report writing, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Why Join Cairns Regional Council?

Be part of a dedicated team committed to improving the safety and well-being of the community. Work in a vibrant,
supportive environment with opportunities for growth and career development.

Some benefits we offer:

• Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)
• Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave
• Up to 3 weeks personal leave
• Secure your future with 12% superannuation contributions
• Salary sacrifice opportunities
• Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities
• Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

We are committed to:

• Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Embracing innovation and continuous improvement
• Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:
Phone: (07) 4044 3310
Email: jobs@cairns.qld.gov.au
Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council