Team Leader, Community, Culture and Recreation
How does this position contribute to our Community?
The Team Leader, Culture, Community, and Recreation (CCR) plays a pivotal role in enriching our community by driving strategic initiatives that enhance cultural, recreational, and community experiences. The position helps create a vibrant, inclusive, and engaged community, ultimately contributing to a higher quality of life and a stronger sense of local identity.
What does this Position do?
The Team Leader, Culture, Community, and Recreation (CCR) plays a crucial position in enhancing the cultural, community, and recreational landscape of the City of Port Lincoln. This position involves managing and motivating the CCR team, coordinating strategic initiatives, overseeing communication efforts, and managing community grant funding. The position also includes the planning and execution of council-run events and volunteer programs.
Key Objectives
1. Team Leadership and Management:
o Lead, support, and motivate CCR staff to achieve departmental goals and maintain high performance.
o Oversee daily operations, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services.
o Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, providing guidance and support to team members.
2. Strategic Planning and Implementation:
o Coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of CCR strategies and plans.
o Ensure strategies align with organisational goals and address current and future community needs.
3. Research and Analysis:
o Conduct research and analysis on community trends and needs to inform program development and planning.
o Stay abreast of industry developments and best practices to enhance CCR offerings.
4. Communications Oversight:
o Support CCR communications, including media releases and social media content.
o Ensure messaging is consistent with organisational values and effectively reaches target audiences.
5. Oversee the community grant funding program, including application processes, distribution, and reporting.
6. Monitor and evaluate the impact of funded projects to ensure alignment with community objectives.
7. Event Management:
o Plan, coordinate, and oversee major and minor council-run events, ensuring successful execution and community engagement.
o Work with stakeholders and vendors to manage event logistics and deliver high-quality experiences.
8. Oversee council volunteering programs, including recruitment, training, and management of volunteers.
9. Develop strategies to enhance volunteer engagement and retention.
10. Actively participate in training and WHS programs as required.
11. Report incidents, near misses, injuries, property damage, and identified hazards.
12. Take reasonable care to protect their own safety and the health and safety of others.
13. Follow reasonable instruction on health and safety and injury management.
14. Any other responsibilities in line with the level of the position as assigned by the Supervisor and/or the Council.
Essential Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
1. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership role within the culture, community, or recreation sectors.
2. A deep commitment to community development and cultural enrichment.
3. Demonstrated experience in team management, program development, and community engagement.
4. Ability to problem solve where there is a lack of definition requiring analysis of a number of options.
5. Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
6. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with social media management tools.
7. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
8. Experience in writing detailed and non-standard reports and correspondence in the field of expertise.
9. Demonstrated ability to build rapport and relationships and negotiate mutually beneficial outcomes.
Highly regarded but not essential Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
1. Bachelor’s degree in Arts Management, Community Development, Recreation Management, or a related field.
2. Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, manage budgets, and drive strategic initiatives.
3. Familiarity with current trends in community needs and program evaluation.
4. Knowledge and understanding of local government legislation, guidelines, and standards relevant to the area of operation.
Key performance indicators
1. Strategy Development and Implementation: identified CCR strategies and plans are developed, implemented, and evaluated within designated timeframes and are aligned with organisational goals.
2. Effective Grant Management: Ensure community grant funds are used effectively and produce measurable benefits for the community.
3. Timely and Engaging Communications: Maintain timely and engaging media releases and social media posts.
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