Emergency Management Officer Permanent Full Time (Flexible) Band 6 - Starting from $94,850.87 super ROD (RDO applicable forfull time 38 hours per week only) Supportive and Friendly team environment where we value growth and developmentHybrid/flexible working arrangements and an emphasis on work/life balanceWork in a dynamic and collaborative environment We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Municipal Emergency Management Officer (MEMO) to support Council’s Emergency Management responsibilities. This role involves implementing best-practice emergency management principles, providing training for staff in support roles, and serving as a key contact for external agencies. You will be responsible for emergency management communication and documentation, organising Emergency Management roles and rosters, and actively contributing to the Risk Management unit. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and facilitate Yarra’s ongoing Emergency Management commitments with internal staff and act as a central reference point for external agencies.Develop, continually improve, and maintain relevant Emergency Management plans and policies, including Council's Business Continuity Plan.Work collaboratively with the OHS team on Council’s internal emergency management policies and procedures.Attend North-West Emergency Management meetings and ensure Council contributes to plans and exercises.Coordinate regular Emergency Management training for staff with emergency management roles and maintain and train staff in Council’s emergency management system (Crisisworks).Demonstrate leadership in reducing Yarra’s emissions and building a climate-resilient future by embedding climate considerations into all Council activities. Yarra city council is aProgressiveOrganisation. We pride ourselves oninclusive culture. Weaim to(make a positive difference in people’s lives and continually improve the services we provide to the community. For further information see the position description or contactJohn Brockway, CFO viajohn.brockway@yarracity.vic.gov.au 100791 - Position Description MEMO - Band 6 - July 2025.pdf Applications close onSunday 20 July 2025 at 11:55pm. In your application, please include/attach your Resume and 1-page Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, provide an 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 satisfactoryPolice Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical assessmentprior 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 achild safe organisationand 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.
