2012 - spv01 - web coordinator - position information

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L E I C H H A R D T C O U N C I L

P O S I T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N

WEB COORDINATOR SPV 01/12

Salary:$ 67,597 - $77,570 per annum + super

Vibrant and energetic, the Inner West is a great place to work and play. Famous for its eateries and

shops, the Leichhardt LGA is steeped in history and cultural heritage, providing a challenge for our

professional staff to help deliver a sustainable and liveable community.

Enjoy our benefits: One RDO per fortnight for full time staff, paid parental leave; generous studyassistance; easy public transport or bicycle to work; health incentives

An opportunity exists for an experienced and enthusiastic Web content coordinator and project managerto drive the redevelopment of Leichhardt Councils Website. The Position will also head up Councils

move towards Web 2.0, Social Media and Web Content Accessibility Guideline compliance.

The successful applicant will monitor and draft website content, coordinating updates with staff memberswhen required and ensuring a dynamic content flow. They will also liaise with an external digital agencyto either adapt or completely re-imagine the current site, with an eye on future accessibility requirementsand the development of the site as a two way communications and consultation tool.

The position will then continue to act as a liaison point between council and the agency to manageongoing maintenance and upgrades of the site. An understanding of the opportunities provided by socialmedia such as twitter and Facebook is essential. Ideally applicants will also have an eye for graphicdesign that will allow them to be an active part of a redesign of the look of the site, plus provide designassistance to internal clients.

Requirements:

1. Extensive experience with Content Management Systems and knowledge of HTML.

2. Demonstrated experience in writing and editing web content to best practice guidelines.

3. Demonstrated understanding of social media use

4. Demonstrated experience with Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat or similargraphic design applications.

5. Good time management skills, including the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlinesand to work on a number of projects concurrently.

6. Demonstrated communication skills, including interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to producecommunity information and promotional material.

7. Ability to operate effectively in a political environment

8. Knowledge and understanding with a commitment to implement EEO & WH&S principles.

Enquiries: Kate Walsh on 9367 9351

Closing Date: Friday, 3 February 2012

APPLY ONLINE: Applications must be submitted through our online application process available atwww.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au/Positions-Vacant.html. We recommend you visit and read all the availableinformation on How to Apply prior to using the online application form.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE : WEB COORDINATOR

DIVISION : GENERAL MANAGERS OFFICE

DEPARTMENT : MEDIA AND COMMUNITY CONSULTATION

REPORTS TO : MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONSCOORDINATOR

STAFF REPORTING TO : NIL

GRADE : 7A 7E

DATE: : JANUARY 2012

1. PURPOSE

1.1. To coordinate and maintain a proactive Gov 2.0 and Web Content AccessibilityGuidelines (WCAG) compliant website for Leichhardt Council and to lead Councils

social media presence.

1.2. To provide graphic design assistance and publication coordination.

2. OBJECTIVES/ KEY TASK & RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1. In consultation with the Media & Communications Coordinator, update all existingwebsite content, maintain the content and structure of Councils website andundertake daily updates to website information

2.2. Investigate and identify opportunities to upgrade or implement a new website forLeichhardt Municipal Council.

2.3. Act as project manager for external consultants engaged to construct and maintainthe existing and/or a new website

2.4. Coordinate the internal network of website content managers and work with all partsof Council to ensure that website information is accurate and up-to-date.

2.5. Act as liaison between organisational content managers and contracted websiteCMS providers and determine when issues require escalation for externalconsultation.


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2.6. Use the website and other electronic communication methods to assist withcommunity engagement activities undertaken by all parts of Council.

2.7. Develop and manage social media opportunities to promote Leichhardt Council.

2.8. Proactively seek new initiatives to improve Councils online presence, shareinformation and engage with customers

2.9. Contribute to the development of tactical marketing campaigns, specifically withregard to interactive opportunities

2.10. Measure and report on social media effectiveness

2.11. Monitor and report website statistics

2.12. Design and format brochures, newsletters, posters and other material to assist withthe communication and promotion of Council projects, services and events.

2.13. Perform other tasks or duties as directed by the Supervisor which are within the limitsof the employees skill, competence and training

3. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

3.1. Timely update of all existing website content and subsequent investigation andidentification of options for a Gov 2.0 and WCAG compliant website for Council

3.2. A progressive and proactive social media presence in Councils communications andcommunity engagement processes.

3.3. Timely and professional in house design and coordination of external print anddesign contractors.

PERSON SPECIFIC SELECTION CRITERIA

4. ESSENTIAL

4.1. Extensive experience with Content Management Systems and knowledge of HTML.

4.2. Demonstrated experience in writing and editing web content to best practiceguidelines.

4.3. Demonstrated understanding of social media use

4.4. Demonstrated experience with Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat orsimilar graphic design applications.

4.5. Good time management skills, including the ability to work under pressure to meettight deadlines and to work on a number of projects concurrently.

4.6. Demonstrated communication skills, including interpersonal skills, and a provenability to produce community information and promotional material.


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4.7. Ability to operate effectively in a political environment

4.8. Knowledge and understanding with a commitment to implement EEO & WH&Sprinciples.

5. DESIRABLE

5.1. Previous experience in Local Government or other Government field.

5.2. Qualifications, or progress towards qualifications in information technology,communications, marketing, website production or a related field.

5.3. NSW Driver's Licence or willingness to obtain the licence.


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POSITION DESCRIPTION ATTACHMENT

COORDINATOR

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY

All employees of the Leichhardt Municipal Council are required to participate in the Council WH&S ManagementProgram.Specifically, this means performing your work in a safe manner and monitoring your workplace for hazards or risks.You must take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for those who may be affected by what you do

or fail to do in the workplace.You must cooperate with actions taken by the Council to comply with WH&S legislation and not intentionally orrecklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided at the workplace in the interests of health, safety and welfare.

RISK MANAGEMENT OF LEICHHARDT MUNICIPAL COUNCIL ASSETS

All employees of the Leichhardt Municipal Council are accountable for the management of risk within their ownareas of responsibility. Risk includes, but is not limited to:

Injury to persons or damage to the property of members of the community. Environmental risks.

Damage or unauthorized entry to the Councils buildings and damage to its equipment.

Loss of the Councils reputation as a good corporate citizen.

To assist you in meeting this responsibility the following policies and procedures have been established which youare required to familiarize yourself with and observe:

The Risk Management Policy located on the Leichhardt Municipal Council intranet.

Responsibilities Performance Measures

Ensuring all appropriate actions are taken toimplement the Health and Safety policy,procedures to satisfy legislativerequirements.

Evidence of promotion of, and conformance with,Council policies and procedures

Ensuring regular monitoring of Health andSafety performance in the area of theirresponsibility.

Conducting Workplace inspections, developmentof a hazard register, conducting Audits whereappropriate.

Analysis of accident/incident trends

Regular team meetings

Use of the hazard reporting process

Commitment to WH&S

Visibly showing commitment to health and safetythrough participation in formal and informaldiscussions, workplace visits and hazardinspections etc

Undertaking accident/incident investigations Evidence of documented and signed accidentinvestigation forms

Liaising with Health and Safetyrepresentatives in relation to workplaceHealth and Safety issues.

Regular meetings with WH&S rep

Improving health and safety performance Initiating action based on audit, inspection resultsand feedback from staff


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Responsibilities Performance Measures

Undertaking regular inspections to assist inthe identification of hazards

Development of a schedule of inspections

Completed inspections

Attending health and safety meetings Evidence of signed/ documented minutes

Providing new employees with Health andSafety induction training and specific jobtraining where required

Employee inductions complete.

Evaluation of induction by employees

Facilitating rehabilitation for injuredemployees

Evidence of signed return to work programs

Selected duties register

Ensuring employee awareness of Healthand Safety management systems andspecific workplace hazards

Regular documented meetings with staff

Conducting random inspections to ensure that

correct WH&S procedures are being implementedby staff

Providing a clear definition, in writing, of allwork procedures

All work instructions are documented andprovided to staff with explanation.

Developing health and safety procedures Development of specific procedures whererequired

Knowledge of OHS and related legislation Attendance at training sessions

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