About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Safety and Prevention Officer to join our Community Partnerships and Inclusion team, within the Community Strengthening Department.
In this role, you will lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of evidence-based initiatives that prevent harm, improve perceptions of safety and strengthen community connection across Knox.
You will develop strong partnerships with community members, Council departments, Victoria Police, government agencies and community organisations to identify and respond to local priorities. You will also coordinate Council’s community safety and gambling harm-prevention policies, action plans, committees and associated governance processes.
Applying community development and public health approaches, you will use research, data and community insights to provide evidence-based advice, respond to emerging issues and support coordinated prevention and early-intervention initiatives. This will include developing accessible community education and awareness resources, implementing community connection initiatives and providing advice on relevant community safety and gambling harm prevention matters.
Reporting to the Coordinator Community Partnerships and Inclusion, you will join a collaborative and values-driven team working to create safer, healthier and more connected communities.
This is a permanent part-time role (0.6 EFT, 22.8 hours), primarily based at the Knox Civic Centre in Wantirna South. Knox supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, while ensuring operational needs are met.
This is a Band 6 classified role. Remuneration will be $102,287.48 to $111,713.31, pro rata (depending on experience) plus superannuation in accordance with the Superannuation Guarantee.
What you will bring to this role
The key accountabilities, skills and experience for this role include:
A relevant tertiary qualification and demonstrated experience in community safety, gambling harm prevention, public health, community development or related field.
Demonstrated experience planning, delivering and evaluating evidence-based policies, programs and projects while managing competing priorities, timelines and resources.
Strong partnership and community engagement skills, with the ability to build trust, influence outcomes and work effectively with diverse communities and stakeholders, including Victoria Police, government agencies, community organisations and internal Council teams.
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use research, data, evaluation and community insights to identify priorities and provide clear, evidence-based advice and recommendations.
Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing professional reports, briefings, correspondence, presentations and accessible community education resources.
Strong digital capability, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, databases and document management systems.
How to apply
Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter by 11.55 pm on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
All applications must be made via the online portal. No applications direct to the hiring manager will be considered.
For further information on this role please contact Steph Ashby, Coordinator Community Partnerships and Inclusion, [email protected] or on 03 9298 8415
A link to the position description can be found in the job listing on our Knox City Council Jobs and Careers page.
Please note: Candidates will be shortlisted as applications are received and this role may close earlier than the anticipated closing date. You may be notified of the outcome of your application prior to the closing date.
Why work at Knox
Discover your future at Knox City Council, where you will deliver meaningful impact, find great opportunities and work with committed people to shape our community. As an employee of Knox, you can enjoy:
- Broad range of leave options including 18 weeks' primary and 5 weeks' secondary parental leave
- Salary sacrifice option for Council-owned childcare fees
- Opportunities to take on temporary roles or work in different teams to build skills and support career growth
- Support towards further study
- 50% off Knox Leisureworks memberships
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for support in managing personal and work-related challenges.
To find out more about the benefits of working at Knox City Council, visit knox.vic.gov.au/why-work-knox
Our commitments
Knox City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to providing a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.
Knox City Council has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. All children and young people who access our services, programs, events and facilities have the right to feel safe and be safe. This includes spaces owned or managed by Council. We take the wellbeing and safety of children and young people in our care seriously. We maintain a child safe organisation by embedding the protection of children into everyday thinking and practice. All Knox City Council employees, contractors and volunteers are responsible for ensuring children and young people are valued, heard and protected from abuse.
Knox City Council acknowledges our offices are located on the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation.
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