• Salary range between $125K - $136K + 12% super + option for leaseback vehicle
• Are you a strong leader with business acumen and a passion for developing others?
• Join us in leading the cultural services sector, transforming Coffs into a vibrant and exciting hub!

About the role

The City is excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Section Leader for Cultural Services. In this dynamic role, you will provide strategic direction, shape policies, and drive innovative cultural initiatives while fostering collaboration with community stakeholders. You will manage program delivery across Coffs Harbour Libraries and Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM), ensuring compliance with governance and financial requirements. This important position contributes to the continuous development of Coffs Harbour, making it a vibrant and culturally rich community.

Please refer to the Position Description for a more detailed understanding of the role.

Please note that suitable applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.

About you

You will hold a tertiary qualification in a relevant field and possess leadership training. Strong communication, analytical skills, and experience in budget management and stakeholder engagement are essential. It's important that you can advocate for cultural services and lead change effectively. You must possess strong organisational skills and digital proficiency, along with an understanding of government frameworks.

What's on offer?

• Salary range between $125K - $136K + 12% super + option for leaseback vehicle
• Permanent Full Time 35 hours per week
• Brand new office location at Yarrila Place!
• Flex time, flexible work arrangements and generous leave entitlements!
• Numerous benefits as outlined here!

About us

The City of Coffs Harbour strives to ensure the community and visitors can enjoy and grow the City's opportunities. We empower our people to innovate and work collaboratively with accountability and respect at the core of our approach. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation and a thriving community in one of NSW's most beautiful regions. Check out the benefits of living on the Coffs Coast

Want to chat?

Please reach out to Sharon McDougall, Group Leader Events, Sport and Cultural Services at sharon.mcdougall@chcc.nsw.gov.au or via phone 0427 221 495 to discuss the role in more detail.

If you have any queries around or require specific assistance or adjustments with any aspect of the application/recruitment process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition Team via email at recruitment@chcc.nsw.gov.au

Want to apply?

To download the PD, and to apply for this job go to: https://coffsharbour.recruitmenthub.com.au/Positions-Vacant & enter ref code: 6781946

Applications are to be submitted by 9pm (AEST, NSW) on 04 August 2025.

The City of Coffs Harbour is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace based on the principles of employment equity and diversity. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran or disability status.