Economic Development Officer

ABOUT THE ROLE

Please read all information carefully before applying.

Under general direction, the Economic Development Officer is required to facilitate, promote and support economic development in the region with a focus on business liaison and development, event and workshop curation, delivery and promotion of the Charters Towers region as a place for business and industry to invest and general economic development activities as required.

Employment Status: Full Time, Limited Tenure for up to twelve (12) months (maternity leave backfill)

Hours of Work: 72.50 hours per fortnight, nine (9) day fortnight

Award: Level 5 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 / Charters Towers Regional Council Certified Agreement

Salary Range: $101,463.99 to $104,720.67 gross per annum

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will have:

| Essential Knowledge, skills and abilities |

• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in delivering economic development and event programs and activities, preferably at local or state government level.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, organising and facilitating community and business engagement and/or education activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in developing and managing multiple programs, projects and funding agreements.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to multi-task, prioritise and operate in fast-paced environment.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including the ability to liaise and negotiate with a wide range of people at all levels.
• High degree of personal integrity and the ability to be tactful and ensure confidentiality is maintained and demonstrates behaviour aligned with Council’s values.
• Ability to work in a team or autonomously and be self-motivated.

| Essential Education/Qualifications |

• Tertiary qualifications within Economic Development, Business, Commerce or other related discipline and/or relevant experience. 

| Essential Licences |

• Possession and maintenance of a current Queensland ‘C’ Class Driver Licence.

BENEFITS

We have a range of benefits that include:

• Fortnightly RDO
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
• Domestic and Family Violence Leave
• Uniforms and PPE provided (if applicable to your role)
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Annual wage progression
• 12% Superannuation
• Salary Sacrifice opportunities
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal training programs
• Employee Assistance Program

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Inherent Requirements

The following are essential to performing this role safely. Council will consider reasonable adjustments to help a person meet these requirements.

• Sit or stand at a workstation and use a computer, keyboard and telephone for extended periods to undertake research, prepare correspondence, reports, presentations and other administrative duties.
• Occasionally travel within the Charters Towers region and elsewhere as required to attend business meetings, stakeholder engagements, community events, workshops and other economic development activities.
• May be required to work in a variety of environments, including office settings, outdoor locations and community venues.
• May be required to undertake light manual handling associated with the preparation and delivery of events, workshops and promotional activities.
• Occasional work outside ordinary hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required to support events, workshops and operational or project requirements.

Pre-Employment Checks, Health Monitoring and Immunisation

This position is required to complete a satisfactory health declaration. A pre-employment medical assessment, including a drug and alcohol screen, may be required based on the inherent requirements of the position.

A national criminal history check may also be required, with the applicant's written consent.

Council takes all reasonably practicable steps to provide a safe and healthy workplace and to prevent occupational disease. Under Council’s P0199 Vaccinations and Health Monitoring Procedure, this position is listed on Council’s health monitoring register and is not included in the Workplace Immunisation Program.

MORE INFORMATION & QUESTIONS

Council is committed to building an inclusive culture that respects and promotes human rights and diversity and acknowledges that we respectfully journey together to aspire to be an inclusive and capable organisation. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and place value on our diverse workforce. We encourage applicants representing all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, people with a disability, and those with family responsibilities to apply.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to undertake some or all of the following pre-employment assessments/check:

• Pre-employment medical including a drug & alcohol test
• National Police/Criminal History Check
• Right to Work in Australia Check
• Qualification/Licence Verification

Applications must be submitted online using the Apply Now link on this page and should include a cover letter and your current resume.

For further information, please view the Position Description.

For enquiries in relation to this vacancy, please contact Timna Green – Manager Planning & Development on 07 4761 5300 or email.

CLOSING DATE

11:59pm Monday, 23 November 2026.

Late applications will only be accepted at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.

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