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Communications Officer


Company : Careers at Council


Location : Ballina, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Communications Officer role at Careers at CouncilContinue with Google Continue with Google3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Communications Officer role at Careers at CouncilABOUT USChange your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.Ballina, Non AU StateDescriptionABOUT USChange your lifestyle and live and work in a vibrant community and great coastal environment.Ballina Shire Council is situated on the Far North Coast of New South Wales, 20 minutes from Byron Bay and one hour from the Gold Coast. The shire is a popular tourism destination with pristine beaches, rainforest retreats and hinterland hideaways.About The RolePositionWe are offering a great opportunity for an experienced and motivated person to join our Communications team. This position plays a key role within a dynamic and professional team focused on enhancing community engagement with Councils services, programs and initiatives. A focus of the role is to contribute to the development and delivery of communication and marketing plans, with an emphasis on producing high-quality, creative content. You will support the timely creation and publication of engaging collateral across a range of digital and traditional media channels, helping to strengthen Councils public presence and connection with the community.Hours of work for this part time position are 28 hours per week.To be successful you will bringBehaviour that positively demonstrates Councils values of: creative, accessible, respect, energetic and safe.Certificate IV qualification or higher in communications, graphic design, digital media or equivalent demonstrated experience.Proven experience in communications, marketing or a related field.Demonstrated high proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) and Canva.Proven experience using content management systems, particularly OpenCities and/or Granicus YourSay.Proven ability to deliver fast, accurate, and high-volume content production while consistently adhering to brand and communication guidelines.Demonstrated high level communication and administration skills.The rewardsA part time annual salary range of $56,600 to $65,000 (plus 12% superannuation) dependent upon skills, experience and qualifications.Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle.Ongoing professional development and training opportunitiesJob security and a supportive, values-driven workplace cultureHealth and wellbeing initiatives, including Fitness Passport member optionsMeaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.An inclusive culture where all our people are valued, EEO, diversity and differences are respected.An absolute focus on our peoples safety and well being.Generous Award workplace conditions.Click here to view the Position Description and Information Package.Specific enquiriesTracy Lister | Manager Communications and Customer Service | 02 6686 1257Applications close11.30pm on Sunday 20 July 2025How To ApplyPlease Note: Once you start your online application, you can save and return to it later provided you submit it prior to the closing date. You must use your email address, and not one used previously by another person who has applied for a position with Council.You may wish to prepare your responses in a Word document. You can then COPY and PASTE your answers from Word into the below fields.Have your Resume document ready to go.Fill out all questions below. Click "Next". You will then be prompted to attach your resume and other documents (if applicable). Click "Next".Review your application to confirm everything is correct. Click "Confirm" to submit your application.Apply for this roleVisit siteShareSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionMarketing, Public Relations, and Writing/EditingIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Careers at Council by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Communications Officer roles.Ballina, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSystems Administrator Unified Communications - LismoreSystems Administrator Unified Communications - LismoreWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr