Job Description

• Take the next step in your career in Community Facilities Management
• Located at Cranbourne West Community Hub
• Permanent Part Time 24 hours per week (3 days per week).
• Band 5 Salary $83,871 to $97,739 Pro Rata + Super (Subject to experience).

Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne's southeast – inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

As the Senior Community Facilities Officer, you will play a key role in supporting welcoming, connected and responsive community facilities across the southwest area. Working across Cranbourne West Community Hub and a range of community centres and public halls, you will apply community development principles to create spaces where residents feel connected, included and empowered to participate.

This role has a strong focus on stakeholder engagement, relationship building and partnership development. You will work collaboratively with diverse community groups, service providers, residents, volunteers and internal stakeholders to establish, support and monitor partnerships that are purposeful, sustainable and aligned with community priorities. Through a compassionate and community-minded approach, you will build trust, identify emerging needs and support initiatives that strengthen community connections, participation and wellbeing.

You will lead the development, delivery and promotion of community programs, activities and events that encourage participation, build social connections and respond to local priorities. This includes coordinating community events, supporting community-led initiatives and working collaboratively with partners to maximise community impact.

As a senior member of the team, you will support the day-to-day operations of community facilities, while coaching, mentoring and guiding staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality customer service and community-focused outcomes.

What You’ll deliver

• Welcoming and inclusive community facilities that promote belonging, participation and connection.
• Strong, respectful relationships with residents, hirers, community groups, service providers and internal stakeholders.
• Meaningful partnerships that support local priorities, strengthen community outcomes and are regularly monitored and reviewed for effectiveness and sustainability.
• High-quality community programs, activities and events that are effectively developed, delivered, promoted and evaluated to increase participation, strengthen community capacity and support community wellbeing.
• Collaborative approaches across facilities that support consistency, shared learning and quality service delivery.
• Community engagement activities that help residents connect, learn, participate and feel a sense of ownership in their local facilities.
• Promotion of facilities and programs through social media and digital platforms to increase awareness, access and participation.
• Support for staff and volunteers through positive leadership, mentoring, coaching and shared problem-solving.
• Effective operational, administrative and customer service support across community facilities.

What You’ll Bring

• A passion for community development and creating opportunities for people from diverse backgrounds to connect, participate and belong. Through planning and delivering programs and events.
• Proven experience developing and maintaining effective partnerships and stakeholder relationships that deliver meaningful community outcomes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage diverse community members and work collaboratively across teams and organisations.
• A compassionate, inclusive and culturally responsive approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting and empowering communities and ensuring people feel welcomed, respected and valued.
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach, including the ability to utilise digital tools and platforms to support engagement and service delivery.
• Experience leading, mentoring and supporting staff and volunteers to deliver high-quality services.
• Experience managing the operational, administrative and customer service functions of a community facility or similar environment.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check, and Functional Assessment (Medical/physio).

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume.

For enquiries, contact Kristy Dastey - Acting Coordinator Community Facilities at kdastey@casey.vic.gov.au

Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 13 September 2026.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments.

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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