Event Permits Officer

Full Time - Permanent Position (Flexible)

Band 5 - $78,448.84+ super + RDO (RDO applicable for full time 38 hours per week only).

- Supportive and friendly team environment where we value growth and development.
- Work in a small yet dynamic and collaborative team. 
- Work for a workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.

The Festivals & Events team is looking for a dynamic Event Permits Officer to deliver consistent and exceptional service to both internal and external customers. The role:

• Is responsible for the timely assessment and issue of small to medium Event Permits and bookings to ensure compliant events in line with relevant policies and regulations.
• Processes and assesses event and risk plans related to parks, roads, open spaces and outdoor venues.
• Provides high level customer service, public event advice and processes permits as per Council’s policies, including urgent matters related to Major Events in consultation with the Major Event Permit Officer and direction of the Coordinator.
• Provides a high level of business support to all stakeholders as required, including providing information to Council and the Coordinator for regular reporting on matters related to the service.

To be successful, the right candidate will have experience working in complex and dynamic environments, work collaboratively with the Major Event Permit Officer in accordance with Council's Events in Public Spaces policy, have relevant customer service experience and strong administration skills.

Yarra City Council is progressive Organisation. We pride ourselves on and inclusive culture. We aim to make a positive difference in people’s lives and continually improve service to the community.

For further information, please see the Position Description attached or contact Penny Kyprianou, Acting Coordinator Festivals & Events Permits on 03 9205 5109 or penny.kyprianou@yarracity.vic.gov.au

 100163 - Event Permits Officer - Position Description.pdf

Applications close on Tuesday 18 February 2025 at 11:55pm. 

In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide a brief overview addressing the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) as outlined in the Position Description. A separate document addressing KSC is not required.

*This position is subject to satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement. Pre-employment checks are not used by Yarra City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.

Yarra City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and supports flexible and accessible working arrangements for all. This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We draw pride and strength from our diversity, remain open to new approaches and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.