Diversity Employment Strategy Officer

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Diversity Employment Strategy Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy

People living with a disability or of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

About the role
This 2-year temporary full-time position is responsible for the provision of innovative and practical resourcing solutions across Council which provide employment and career development opportunities for two main groups: those with a disability, and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. On a daily basis you will design, develop, deliver and continuously improve the resourcing and workforce requirements including policies, procedures, forms and tools to support the successful employment of these two groups.

About the person
The successful candidate should have previous experience in recruitment and career development of individuals with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Strong experience supporting and coordinating recruitment using online recruitment and advertising tools and career development processes. It would be preferred but not essential for applicants to have tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience in Human Resources or similar.

What’s on offer 
We are offering an attractive salary from $100,651 p.a. plus Super. City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which can be accessed by the successful candidate.

Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description, alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Leigh Yardy on (02) 9806 5225.

How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online at https://www.cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au/about-parramatta/careers and answer the position selection criteria. Applications close 4pm, Tuesday 24th July 2018 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.

Please note the City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

The diverse culture at City of Parramatta is a source of strength. We have an inclusive working environment with employees from a variety of backgrounds. We acknowledge that diversity in our workforce increases the effectiveness of teams and our capacity for innovation.

We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTIQ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.