Job Opportunity: Youth Services, Sport and Recreation Coordinator A unique opportunity in a stunning location! Subsidised housing available! Fantastic salary based on skills and experience! Six weeks annual leave! Are you passionate about sports, recreation, and community engagement? Do you have a strong leadership mindset and a dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of others? We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Youth Services, Sport and Recreation Coordinator at the Normanton and Karumba Sports and Aquatic Centres. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a multi-faceted role that combines overseeing day-to-day operations of two thriving sports facilities, ensuring pool safety, and contributing to community-focused youth services. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Coordination : Oversee the operations of the Normanton, Karumba Sports and Aquatic Centre's, ensuring smooth day-to-day running and providing leadership to a dedicated team. Deliver high-quality sporting, recreational, and leisure activities to the local community. Lifeguard & Safety : Oversee supervision of the pool areas to ensure the safety of all swimming patrons. Maintain the cleanliness and basic maintenance of the pool and its surroundings. Youth Services : Work with the Community Service Team and the Carpentaria community to implement the Carpentaria Youth Strategy. Play a key role in establishing the Youth Council and supporting activities at the Shire’s sports centre's. Community Engagement : Support various community projects and events, assist with Council-led initiatives, and provide information and support to local groups and organisations. Marketing & Promotion : Utilise your skills in promoting sporting and recreational activities, ensuring maximum participation within the community. Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications Current Working with Children Blue Card. Current C Class Driver’s License. Pool Lifeguard Certificate or the ability to obtain. Ability to gain knowledge of safety procedures and requirements for the storage of hazardous chemicals. Current First Aid and CPR Certificate or the ability to obtain. Experience in working with young people, youth services or other agencies. Proficiency in MS Office, including Outlook to monitor and respond to emails. Must be team orientated, have a strong work ethic, and be open to new ideas. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with members of the community and visitors. Why Join Us? Play a crucial role in enhancing community engagement through sports, recreation, and youth services. Opportunity to organise and deliver a range of exciting activities for all ages. Work in a supportive and dynamic environment that fosters professional development and growth. Attractive salary package, subsidised housing and 6 weeks annual leave. If you are ready to take on this exciting and varied role with a focus on community, safety, and leadership, we want to hear from you! For a full position description please click here . Applications must be submitted online. Please direct any queries to Amanda Farraway, Executive Manager Community Development & Tourism, on 4745 2200. Applications close at 5:00 pm, Friday 22 nd August 2025. Council Is a Drug Free Workplace
