Director Development & Community

Broome is one of the most stunning places in Australia. It has magnificent beaches and a natural environment that boasts desirable lifestyles, active and dynamic cultural, sporting and social scenes, with all the features and benefits of a small town! 

At the Shire of Broome our people are fundamental to our success. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace with the right people in the right roles, who are proactive, empowered and appropriately rewarded.

We strive to be a workplace filled with employees who live and breathe our values of PEARLS (Proactive, Engaging, Accountable, Respectful, Listening, Sustainable).

About the Position:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and capable leader to join the Shire of Broome in the role of Director Development and Community.

The Director Development and Community will be responsible for providing leadership and delivering strategic and community outcomes and exceptional customer service in the areas of Community Engagement, Marketing and Communications, Place Activation, Economic Development, Special Projects, Town Planning, Building, Environmental Health, Emergency, Community Safety and Ranger services.

A full position description can be found here: Director Development and Community

About You:

Our ideal candidate will have

• Experience at a senior management level of at least 5 years
• Capacity to deal with complex community, development, economic and regulatory services issues including the formulation of appropriate action strategies and to provide high level advice to the CEO and Council
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills together with demonstrated advocacy and negotiation skills
• Ability to contribute to the strategic direction of a diverse organisation
• Well-developed leadership and management skills 
• Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Health, Building, Community and Economic Development or related area. Membership of or eligibility for membership of, a relevant professional body.  
• Possession of or progress towards a post graduate qualification in management (Desirable)

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, give us a call to talk further. Our recruitment process considers both technical and cultural fit, and how our development program can support individuals to grow into roles.  You may just be the right candidate for this or another position at the Shire of Broome.

Working for the Shire of Broome means you will enjoy:

• $190,000 - $210,000 base salary per annum (5 year contract)
• In addition to base salary there are generous allowances, including Broome Location Allowance ($20,000 pa), Housing Allowance (Rental) of $28,080 pa or Housing Allowance (Home Ownership) $33,750 pa and Utilities Reimbursement Allowance of $6,000 and Travel reimbursement Allowance of $6,500 pa, as well as employer matched superannuation up to a total of 15.5%. 
• Leave entitlements well above industry minimums, including 6 weeks Annual Leave and 6 x Executive Leave days - giving you every opportunity to enjoy that Broome lifestyle!
• Salary sacrifice options for rental assistance, mortgage interest and more. 
• Family Membership to the Broome Recreation and Aquatic Centre. 
• A comprehensive Wellness Program including discounts on local services such as Pilates and Yoga. 
• An active and engaging social club. 
• Shire housing at market rent available for candidates outside Broome (able to be salary sacrificed). 
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for candidates outside Broome.

The Shire of Broome is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. 

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume that best demonstrates your suitability for this position, as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Job Applications are to be submitted through Shire’s website at https://www.broome.wa.gov.au/Council/Join-the-Shire-of-Broome-Team/Current-Vacancies

For more information contact People and Culture on 08 •••• •456 or hr@broome.wa.gov.au.

Application Deadline:

Applications for this position are to be received no later than 4:00pm Friday 18th September 2026.

The Shire of Broome reserves the right to close an advertisement early should a suitable pool of candidates be received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible. Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify you from the process.