At the heart of community. At the start of the future.

That’s where you’ll find Dubbo Regional Council and this opportunity to shape our region as our new Community Development Officer.

Our people care deeply about serving and strengthening our community. We work for 55,000 residents and 1.48 million people who visit our region each year - and when you join us, you’ll be part of that impact every single day. We’re at the centre of huge and important environmental, economic and societal change that will ensure a more sustainable future – for the Dubbo region, New South Wales, and beyond. It doesn’t get much bigger than that.

Join us as a Community Development Officer, Community Culture and Places and develop your skills and future career.

Find purpose and impact

As a Community Development Officer, you’ll play a central role in connecting Council with the people we serve helping turn community ideas into meaningful programs, initiatives and outcomes. You’ll build strong partnerships, champion community voices and help shape a more inclusive, resilient and connected Dubbo region.

Working across a diverse range of projects from youth and community safety initiatives to inclusion and wellbeing programs you’ll create opportunities that respond to real community needs and drive lasting impact. This is your chance to step into a hands-on, people focused role where every day brings new challenges, fresh ideas and the opportunity to make a genuine difference.

You’ll make an impact by:

Building strong relationships with community members, organisations and stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes across the Dubbo Region.
Designing, delivering and evaluating community programs and initiatives aligned with Council's strategic priorities and community needs.
Leading and supporting initiatives such as youth programs, community safety, inclusion and disability access projects.
Advocating for the community by identifying gaps., influencing service delivery and collaborating with government and non-government agencies.
Supporting community groups and projects through engagement, coordination and access to funding opportunities.

What you'll bring

To thrive in this role, you will need:

A Diploma in Community Services, Community Development, Youth Work or a related discipline.
Proven experience delivering community development programs, projects and initiatives.
Strong understanding of community needs, networks and relevant government or sector programs.
Highly developed communication and stakeholder engagement skills across diverse groups.
A proactive, confident and self-motivated approach with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

We would also love you to have:

Knowledge of community safety or crime prevention initiatives
Experience working with youth and community based interagency networks

Ready to make a difference?

Join us and help strengthen our community and your career.

This position offers an attractive annual salary ranging from $80,529 to $93,588 plus superannuation. (Note: a 4% salary increase applies to this role effective from 11th July 2026)

To find out more about this role, explore the Position Description and feel free to reach out to our Manager Community Services, Community Culture & Places on 02 6801 1755 to make an enquiry.

If this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you, simply click Apply Now!

Applications close 9:00am, Tuesday 14th July 2026

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Considering relocating for this opportunity?

Relocation support is available through The Welcome Experience, a NSW Government initiative assisting individuals and families moving to regional areas click the link to find out more.

Why Dubbo Regional Council?

At Dubbo Regional Council, you’ll find a great combination. Here’s what you can expect in your career with us:

Find purpose and impact

Everything you do at Dubbo Regional Council makes a difference for so many people, in so many ways. It’ll always be that way. But right here, right now, we’re at the heart of some big change - and this is your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help us shape the future for communities here and beyond.

Find personal and professional growth

You’ll find so much variety here. We’re doing diverse, high-impact work at scale. For you, that means plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and future career.

Find people you can count on and a lifestyle you love

Your career matters, but so does your life outside of work. You don’t have to sacrifice one for the other. Here, you’ll achieve and grow in a great place to live and work, with people who truly care.

You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:

Find a better balance - enjoy a 35-hour work week with flexible options, plus generous leave allowances.
Make your pay go further with a variety of salary-packaging options, including Rainbow Cottage Childcare, novated vehicle leasing, self-education expenses, disability/income protection insurance, and so much more.
Find real connection with our supportive team environment and active social club.
Prioritise your health and wellbeing with our Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing Program, annual flu vaccination, and Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

Dubbo Regional Council is part of Wiradjuri Country and we acknowledge all clan groups that reside within the Dubbo and Wellington Wiradjuri Nation. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, and we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cult