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Project and Policy Officer - Place Design (9880)3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Group and Team: Place Design & Sport and Recreation Group, Sport & Recreation TeamLocation: Council CentreEmployment status: Permanent Full-timeClassification: Municipal Employee Level 3Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024Salary range: $88,483 to $96,733 per annum + 13% superannuation.Exciting new role to join our team in a diverse Council.Above award wages and employer superannuation at 13%Great work/life balanceAbout The RoleWe are seeking a dedicated professional with a passion for urban design and placemaking. This role involves leading and collaborating on projects that will transform the City of Hobart, ensuring alignment with our Community Vision. You will drive initiatives that shape the city''s growth, applying best practice to create vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive spaces.Role Accountabilities IncludeResearch and prepare discussion papers and briefing documents, providing strategic advice to a range of internal and external stakeholders.Develop policies and guidelines through research and data analysis.Manage and deliver built environment projects, coordinating staff.Collaborate with the community, consultants, contractors, and agencies.Undertake contract, budgetary, project timeline planning and risk management tasks.Learn more about the role in the position description: Position DescriptionAbout YouYou will have a degree relevant to urban design, architecture, urban planning or a related discipline with proven experience in managing projects and demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder expectations. Your strong research, policy development, and critical analysis skills make you adept at complex problem-solving and effective writing skills for various strategic documents and reports.About UsThe City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.We Recognise Contributions To Our Workforce And OfferAbove Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.A wide range of paid leave entitlements.Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.Learn more about our vision, mission and values.How to applyIf you''re passionate about urban design and placemaking for ''our beautiful City'' and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, wed love to hear from you. Apply today!If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Jaime Parsons, Principal Advisor Urban Design, on 03 62382719 or email jaime.parsons@hobartcity.com.auAll applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 25 May 2025.Before you beginYou will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.To Protect Privacy And Prevent Fraud, Do Not Upload Or Email Personal Documents Such As Drivers Licences, Passports, Or Personal Tax And Superannuation Details. InsteadApplicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, andOriginals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.Selection processCandidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.Learn more about the selection process on our website.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at City of Hobart by 2xGet notified about new Policy Officer jobs in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.Policy and Project Officer, AccreditationSenior Project and Policy Officer (531207)Senior Project Officer, APS6 (EA2025/68)Senior Analyst and Program Reporting OfficerWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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