Zone Community Capability Officer

Recruitment Officer @ NSW State Emergency Service Community Capability Officer, Clerk Grade 5/6 - Metro/Rhodes Are you passionate about community resilience and emergency preparedness? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where collaboration and community engagement are key? Join the NSW State Emergency Service (NSW SES) in a rewarding role that empowers and supports local communities before, during and after emergencies. Be part of a volunteer‑based, community‑focused organisation making a real difference Work in a supportive, values‑driven environment with a dedicated team Help build a safer, more resilient New South Wales Enjoy a competitive salary range of $99,938.00 – $110,271.00 plus a 15% field allowance , 12% superannuation, and leave loading Full‑time temporary role commencing mid‑February 2026 to February 2027, with possible extension Based at Metro/Rhodes Headquarters – hybrid working arrangements available About the opportunity The NSW SES is seeking motivated and community‑focused individuals to join our Community Capability Team . As a Community Capability Officer , you will play a vital role in supporting disaster resilience across NSW by building strong connections with local communities and stakeholders. You will lead and support initiatives that prepare communities for floods, storms and tsunamis, while also supporting our dedicated SES volunteers in their community engagement efforts. Key responsibilities Developing and maintaining networks with community organisations and Emergency Service partners Working collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver effective public preparedness campaigns Supporting volunteers to work alongside their communities to reduce risk and increase resilience through community engagement Participate in Incident Management Team (IMT) roles with a focus on Public Information Unit functions Travel to communities and other stakeholders as required; work outside of standard business hours may be necessary About you Proficient in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, communicating with a wide range of external and internal partners, and bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to work toward a common goal Experience in the development and implementation of innovative community programs, particularly for high‑profile or politically sensitive projects Confident and clear communicator in public information, risk awareness and community engagement campaigns Willing to travel to promote and support the delivery of community programs Thorough knowledge of AIIMS principles and processes, or willingness to obtain competence within 12 months Self‑driven, motivated achiever who can work with people from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience Interviews Interviews will be held Friday 16 January 2026. Shortlisting will commence after the job closes. Candidates selected for interview will be notified prior to Friday 12 December 2025. You Belong Here We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We want our people to reflect the diverse community we serve and are committed to creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. If you require reasonable adjustments, we are committed to supporting you throughout the recruitment processes and in the workplace. Contact for confidential advice on options. How to apply Your application should include as separate attachments: A cover letter (maximum one page) briefly responding to the essential requirements and your interest in the role Responses to each of the targeted questions (maximum one page per answer) An up‑to‑date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role Targeted Questions What is your experience in engaging different public audiences or groups around high‑profile, risk behaviour change or politically sensitive issues? Describe a time when you brought together multiple stakeholders to achieve a shared goal. What was the goal, and how did you build alignment, influence decisions, and collaborate effectively throughout the process? Want to know more? The role description is available here. For more information about the role, applicants are encouraged to contact David Webber ( ). Talent Pool A recruitment pool may be created to fill similar roles for both ongoing and temporary opportunities if they arise. EEO Statement The NSW State Emergency Service is a proud employer of a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and flexible workplace. People with disability are supported to access adjustments in recruitment processes and in the workplace, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job. As supporters of flexible working, we welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly. #J-18808-Ljbffr