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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

12/05/2017
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