About the role
The Economy & Place Officer supports the delivery of economic development, placemaking and activation initiatives that contribute to a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable local economy across the Byron Shire.
Working within Council’s Economy and Place Planning team, this role assists in implementing adopted strategies, place plans and activation programs that strengthen local centres, support local business and enhance community and visitor experiences. The position works collaboratively with internal teams, local businesses, community groups and external stakeholders to help deliver place‑based outcomes on the ground.
This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working on diverse projects, supporting community‑focused initiatives and contributing to positive economic and place outcomes.
Note: This is a full-time, term position (35 hours per week), until 22 January 2027.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist in the delivery of economic development initiatives, place plans and activation programs
- Support implementation of adopted strategies and action plans, including economic development and visitor economy initiatives
- Coordinate components of projects, including logistics, stakeholder input, monitoring progress and reporting
- Support stakeholder and community engagement activities, consultation processes and events
- Assist with place activation initiatives that enhance public spaces and local centres
- Contribute to research, data collection and analysis relating to economic trends, visitation and local business conditions
- Prepare reports, briefings and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
- Support grant applications, funding acquittals and basic project budget monitoring
- Work collaboratively with other Council teams to support integrated economy and place outcomes
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in economic development, planning, business, tourism or a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrated experience
- Experience supporting projects or programs, ideally within economic development, placemaking or community initiatives
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Basic analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience collecting and interpreting information
- A collaborative approach and the ability to contribute positively to a team environment
- A commitment to workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity and organisational values
View the Position Description here:
We offer:
- A full-time, term position (35 hours per week), until 22 January 2027
- Salary and Conditions will be in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award with appointment in the range of $1,615.14 to $1,871.39 per week (dependent upon skills and experience)
- 12% Superannuation
Byron Shire Council has a high performance, collaborative culture. We are a growth-oriented organisation and value individuals who are driven to succeed and exceed expectations. We like to focus on understanding how a potential candidates talents and strengths align with the role they are interested in. Working in Local Government and for Byron Shire Council provides opportunities to grow in the direction that you aspire.
Other benefits include:
- Career development and training opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (4 sessions per year)
- Fitness Passport
- Health and Wellbeing days
- Flexible work hours
We believe in diversity, inclusion and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of our community. We recognise the benefits that diversity and inclusion brings, and in turn encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for our vacancies.
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements and encourage our people to explore new ways of working – including part-time, job-share or working from different locations. Everyone can ask about it.
We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment during the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed above, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.
Byron Shire Council is committed to being a child safe organisation – we respect all children and their wellbeing. We will embed Child Safe Standards into our leadership, governance and culture. We will support our staff and volunteers in their responsibilities. We will strive to keep children safe from harm and abuse.
Location: This position is based at Mullumbimby; however, Council can require you to work from other work sites as required for operational reasons.
Contact: Sharyn French, Acting Director Sustainable Environment & Economy - (02) 6626 7033.
Closing date: 12pm (NSW time), 17 July 2026. Late applications will not be permitted.
- Reference Checks: Referees will preferably be your current or most recent supervisor and must be able to comment directly on your abilities in a work situation. If you have any objection to this action, your concerns should be raised in your application and be discussed with the Selection Panel.
- Functional Health Assessment: If applicable, the functional health assessment evaluates your physical and functional capacity against the physical demands necessary to safely perform the job for which you have applied. Applicable roles are subject to drug and alcohol testing, please note these tests will potentially require the provision of a urine sample, and a positive test will preclude a candidate from employment with Council at that time.
- Background Screening: Background checks verify the information you have provided in your application, and where applicable, also check for relevant criminal history. Checks may also include, for example, a confirmation of your employment history, qualifications/tickets and working with children clearance.
