Careers in local government

Local government is one of the largest employment sectors and has a diverse range of career opportunities.

Local government is often referred to as a 'Council' and represents a shire, town or city. Councils are responsible for a range of programs and services for residents and visitors, including roads, parks, environmental management, economic development, tourism, health and events.

Local government career paths

Potential career opportunities within local government include:

Study Disciplines	Positions
Early Childhood Studies Disability Studies Health and Social Studies Psychology and Humanities Social Work Arts/Youth Affairs	Aged Care Worker Child Development Officer Community Relations Manager Cultural Affairs Officer Disability Care Worker Environmental Health Officer Family Support Worker Maternal and Child Health Nurse Social Planner Social Support Officer Youth Worker

 

Study Disciplines	Positions
Engineering	Civil Engineer Construction Engineer Design Engineer Performance Engineer Project Engineer Structural Engineers Traffic Engineer

 

Study Disciplines	Positions
Accounting Business Management Commerce Economics Finance Human Resource Management Information Technology Law Marketing Political Science	Administration Officer Business Analyst, Business Planner Economic Development Manager Financial and Management Accountant Human Resources Manager Information Technology Manager Marketing and Media Advisor Policy Advisor, Purchasing Officer, Project Manager Research Analyst, Risk Management Officer Solicitor, Statutory Planner, Strategic Planner

 

Study Disciplines	Positions
Environmental Management Landscape Architecture Park Management Science Town Planning Architecture Urban Design Property and Construction Management	Landscape Architect Natural Resources Officer Environmental Officer Parks Planner, Park Ranger Waste Management Officer Architect Building Inspector Building Surveyor Permit Officer Property Management Officer Town Planner Urban Planner Valuer