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About the Role Wagga Wagga City Council is looking for leaders who bring exceptional capability, excellent local government knowledge, and a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and communityfocused decision making. If you are passionate about public service, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are ready to help guide Council through this next chapter, we encourage you to apply. What we will offer you An attractive remuneration in accordance with skills and experience. Flexible working conditions. Ongoing training and development opportunities. What you will need to succeed Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent industry experience. Excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to communicate and advocate effectively with senior stakeholders both internally and externally. Proven change management experience, including practical experience reviewing current processes and providing recommendations based on professional expertise and best practice methodologies. Minimum five (5) years experience within a senior leadership role proving demonstrated experience and expertise in highlevel management of key functional areas including: business planning, development and management; environment and sustainability; community services; and customer service. Interpersonal skills to positively build effective working relationships, drive engagement, motivate staff and influence culture. Enquiries For a confidential conversation in relation to the role and prior to submitting an application, please contact Peter Thompson General Manager on (02) 6926 9121. Application deadline Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday, 18January2026 with interviews to be held in the week commencing Monday,2February2026. Information and EEO Statements Statement Addressing the Position Criteria contained within the Position Description. As part of the recruitment process, preemployment checks will be conducted in line with requirements of the position. Candidates who are progressed in the recruitment process for this position will be asked to consent to a police check. Please note that people with a criminal record are not discouraged from applying for the position. Each application will be considered on its merit. Council is an inclusive employer. We strive to reflect the community in which we work, as a result we welcome and encourage applications from skilled people from all walks of life. This includes women, men, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with a disability, veterans, sexually and gender diverse people, people with lived experience and people of all ages. #J-18808-Ljbffr