Careers Online Application

Careers with Council - Online Job Application

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Maranoa Regional Council is collecting personal information you supply on this application in accordance with the Local Government Act 2009. The personal information collected will be used for the purpose of recruitment and employment. Your personal information will be accessed by persons who have been authorised to do so. Your information will not be given to any other person or agency unless required by law. Your personal information is handled in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009.

Pre-employment Checks
All positions with Maranoa Regional Council require pre-employment checks of prospective employees because of the nature of duties and responsibilities attached to the positions. These checks may include a criminal history and/or identity check, and will include reference and medical checks including a drug screen.

Multiple Applications
Applicants wishing to apply for multiple positions are required to submit separate applications for each position.

We can only consider your application if you are eligible to work in Australia.

Manager - Regional and Economic Development (0108)
Reference SF22/206

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone (business hours)*

Address*

Please upload your cover letter*

(Maximum size: 5 MB )

Please upload your resume*

(Maximum size: 5 MB )

Upload any relevant qualifications

(Maximum size: 2 MB )

Address how you fulfill the required qualifications and experience:

Do you currently hold any of the following qualifications / work experience:*

Current C (Car) Class Driver Licence

Tertiary Qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g. Economics/ Commerce/ Local Government)

Other

If other, please specify

Do you meet (or have the ability to meet) the mandatory requirements for the position?*

Yes

Address how you fulfill the required skills and experience:

Required skills and experience

Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in economic growth, investment leverage, tourism and events, economic challenges and emerging trends and opportunities.
Proven ability to develop, maintain and grow strategic alliances with key community, public and private sector organisations and individuals.
Highly developed written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the private and public sectors including the ability to write an extensive range of communication materials demonstrating high attention to detail.
A proven capability to be creative and the ability to think strategically with an understanding of economic and development principles.
Proven experience in managing budgets, including the ability to attract sponsorships and grants from public and private sector organisations.
Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritise and organise teams to achieve goals and meet deadlines, including dealing with competing demands and managing multiple projects and tasks.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to the leadership of the organisation, including as part of the Senior Management Team, and provide leadership and management to members of the Regional Economic and Community Development team.
Commitment to a team-based approach, with demonstrated ability to work cooperatively within a team environment to achieve Council’s goals and departmental work program projects and tasks.
Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to Maranoa Regional Council’s values and team goals.
Previous experience working in local government or similar environment will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Response to required skills and experience*

How did you find out about this position?

If other please specify:

Final application details

Why are you interested in this opportunity?*

Are you currently or have you previously worked for Maranoa Regional Council? If yes, please briefly specify.*

What are your salary expectations for this role?*

Declarations

Are you eligible to work in Australia?*

Yes

Do you have any outstanding charges against your Drivers Licence that would cause it to be disqualified either now or in the future?*

Yes

Is there any known medical reason that would prevent you from undertaking any requirements of the position?*

Yes

Do you agree to Council conducting pre-employment checks (such as reference checks, medical including drug and alcohol screen, criminal history check, identity check) for the recruitment of this position?*

Yes

Do you acknowledge and agree that Council may use personal information it has about you as part of the recruitment process?*

Yes - I agree

No - I don't agree

In submitting my application, I confirm my understanding of and agreement to the Declaration Statement below.*

Yes - I agree

Declaration Statement
I confirm that all answers and statements on this application form and any attachments provided (including resume) are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.I understand that should I provide untruthful or misleading information, this application may be rejected or my employment with Maranoa Regional Council may be subsequently terminated.