• 2x Casual positions available
• Engage young people and the community through music and events
• Work in partnership with the Banyule community

Banyule Youth Services team are looking to recruit two musically and technically skilled staff with a passion for working with young people and the community to join our youth services team based at Jets studio. Jets is a multi-functional creative youth facility in Bundoora operated by Banyule Youth Services, which hosts weekly youth programs alongside live music events and a range of other activities. This role can be different each shift - alternating between setting up studios, preparing equipment for events, assisting in studio recordings or operating PA systems, and facilitating programs and youth engagement in communities such as CALD, LGBTIQA+, and all ability programs.

About the role:

In this role, you will work with the Youth Team, under the leadership of the Jets Team Leader and Youth Services Coordinator to:

• Assist Lead program facilitators to deliver youth-led programming.
• Assist Technical Officers to prepare, set up, operate and pack down event gear.
• Assist in the resetting of studio equipment and musical instruments.
• Assist in supporting the development and upskilling of youth bands through studio recordings, mentoring, program support and event support.
• Assist in planning, capturing and evaluating service delivery.
• Facilitate and assist in the provision and delivery of all aspects of high-quality youth programs, activities and events for young people.
• Flexible availability preferred – a minimum of two afternoons/evenings required per monthly roster with the ability to commit to regular shifts.

Please note: Casual basis—Shifts are booked at a minimum of 3 hours. Ideally, shifts are booked 2 weeks in advance; however, ad hoc shifts may be booked as required.

Skills, experience and certificates:

• Tertiary qualifications in youth work, music, creative industries, sound engineering or related discipline or currently studying to obtain qualification and/or significant relevant experience.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people in group settings.
• Experience in creative industries, live music events, sound engineering etc.
• Experience setting up backline and staging.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• CPR/First Aid Certificate is preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Mandatory Pre-employment screenings:

• Current Driver's Licence
• Working with Children’s check
• Police check

How to apply:

For more information about this position please view the position description. To discuss your suitability, we encourage you to contact Maddi CooperTel: 0481 003 524 or Kieran West Tel: 0402 389 862 for a confidential conversation.

Why choose Banyule?

Banyule City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we value diversity and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support, or access requirement, we encourage you to inform us through your application or email [email protected] using the subject line: Jets Youth Program Officers x2 enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Our Values: Our employees align their careers with Banyule because they share our values of respect, integrity, responsibility, initiative, and inclusion. They thrive in our strong learning and development culture, and the positive way we work in partnership with the community.

We offer:

• Genuine work-life balance and generous leave arrangements
• Monthly and fortnightly RDO (depending on work area and full-time employment)
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave -primary carer. 2 weeks of paid parental leave – partner (Eligibility - An employee who has had 12 months continuous service)
• Study assistance (permanent employees)
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities
• Health and well-being initiatives including Fitness Passport

Diversity Statement: Our community is made up of diverse, cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages, and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation, and rights for everyone: principles that empower, foster harmony, and increase the well-being of an inclusive community.

To discover more about Banyule's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace, please find Banyule's Workplace Gender Equality Action Plan 2021-2025.

Acknowledgement of the Traditional Custodians: Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.

Banyule City Council endorses the Uluru Statement from the Heart in full and accepts the invitation to walk with First Nations peoples, to a better future for us all.

Child Safe Standards Statement of Commitment: Banyule City Council is a child-safe organisation committed to the safety and well-being of children.

Council has a zero tolerance for child abuse. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated seriously and acted upon. As a child-safe organisation we are committed to providing a child-safe environment where children feel safe, are empowered, valued and protected. Council will actively listen to children, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decisions that affect their lives.

A position description is attached.