Aboriginal Liaison Officer

Help strengthen connections and create positive outcomes for Aboriginal communities. Join Central Coast Council as our Aboriginal Liaison Officer in this identified role and make a meaningful impact every day. Provide culturally appropriate advice to meet the needs of Aboriginal people. Lead initiatives under the First Nations Accord to support the local Aboriginal community. This is a temporary part‑time role (21 hours per week) for 12 months. About the role The Aboriginal Liaison Officer is a pivotal role within the Community and Recreation Services Directorate, specifically in the Community Development section. This position is responsible for implementing initiatives that align with the First Nations Accord, aimed at achieving meaningful outcomes for the Aboriginal community on the Central Coast. Key Duties Provide professional advice, support and information to Central Coast Council (CCC), the local Aboriginal community and Indigenous service providers to enable the provision of effective culturally appropriate policy, planning, services, programmes and activities to meet the needs of Aboriginal people. Deliver on the key accountabilities outlined in the First Nations Accord in collaboration with key external stakeholders. Contribute to the development and review of policies, codes and procedures for CCC and external services in relation to Aboriginal matters. Coordinate and maintain culturally appropriate relationships throughout the region and provide advice and information on local Aboriginal issues to deliver on the key commitments of the First Nations Accord. Ideal Candidate Profile We are seeking a dedicated professional who possesses a deep understanding of local Aboriginal community needs. The ideal candidate will be capable of navigating complex community dynamics while effectively advocating for Aboriginal interests. Degree in Social Sciences, Community Services, or a related field, or substantial relevant experience. Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with Aboriginal communities and service providers. Strong experience in stakeholder management and conflict resolution. Current Class C Driver’s Licence and Working with Children Check. The successful candidate will demonstrate adaptability, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to achieving work goals while maintaining a focus on quality customer service. Our provides more information for you to learn more about this role. This is a targeted position in accordance with Section 14d) of the Anti‑Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander heritage, cultural knowledge and connections are a genuine requirement of the role. Other important information The commencing salary for this position is up to $50.93 per hour. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $59.02 per hour on completion of assessment of skills and performance plus 12% superannuation. We have a temporary part‑time role (21 hours per week) available. We are able to offer hybrid and flexible working conditions for this role. This role is located at the Wyong Administration Building. Council may create an eligibility list from this recruitment process and may utilise this eligibility list to fill other permanent or temporary vacancies. Please be advised, interviews for this position will be taking place in January 2026. Extra benefits At Central Coast Council we provide team members with a range of extras that help them balance their life when they need it. Fitness Passports give access to a range of gyms. Wellbeing leave can be accessed twice a year to tick off something that means something to you – volunteering, health check‑ups. And an Employee Assistance Programme that offers a range of wellbeing initiatives to help you and your immediate family. Central Coast Council is committed to the goals of equal opportunity employment. We aim to provide a work environment for our employees that fosters equity, diversity and respect. Council is committed to providing safe environments that protect the physical, emotional, cultural and social wellbeing of children on the Central Coast. Want to know more? The contact person for this role is Belinda McRobie, Section Manager Community Development. You can contact Belinda on 0419 660 073. This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 7 December 2025. To download our Privacy Statement clickhere. Location Central Coast Council is ideally located on the northern fringe of Sydney and just an hour's drive from Newcastle. The Central Coast offers one of the best places in Australia to live and work. The Central Coast is one of the fastest growing regions in NSW, the third largest Local Government Area (LGA) in NSW and the 6th Largest LGA in Australia. How to apply We have put together some additional resources to help you apply for a role at Central Coast Council. By completing and submitting this online application you confirm that any information that you provide in this application is true and correct and acknowledge that any offer of employment may be withdrawn should the information that you have provided in support of your application be shown to be false. You also consent to employment screening checks being conducted where appropriate. This may include associated checks including reference checks, Working with Children Check, Entitlement to Work in Australia, employment history and an Australian Federal Police Check, as well as substantiation of educational qualifications, industry memberships, previous Central Coast Council employment history and association with professional bodies. You also acknowledge that you will be required to provide proof of eligibility (including photo identification) to work in Australia if selected for an interview. To lodge your application, please follow these steps : Answer the on‑line questions shown below. Attach your resume. Attach your qualifications and licences. Once your application is successfully lodged you will receive an automated response sent to your e‑mail address. If a response is not received this means that your application has not been successfully submitted and you will need to lodge another application. #J-18808-Ljbffr