Digital Media Officer

About the Opportunity

Are you a digital specialist with a genuine passion for creating effective online experiences

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and creative digital media and communications professional to take ownership of our digital presence.

In this role you will independently manage and grow our website and social platforms developing engaging content that connects with the community and promotes a positive image of the organisation.

You will oversee all aspects of digital activity from content creation and publishing to improving site structure navigation and user experience while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. You will keep up with industry trends monitor best practice and continuously refine our digital channels to ensure the community can easily access accurate relevant and engaging information.

This is a chance to make a real impact shaping how the organisation communicates online and strengthening connections with residents ratepayers and the business community.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• A degree in Digital Media Communications Marketing or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in a similar digital media or communications role
• Strong creative writing and social media skills with hands-on experience managing and creating website content

To find out more about your next career opportunity:Position Description

Remuneration

$81605 - $94490 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

This role offers the chance to broaden your digital media skills while working on diverse projects from video production to digital design. You will also collaborate with a variety of stakeholders gaining valuable experience in strategic communication and community engagement within a supportive and dynamic environment.

• Full-time position 35 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 14% superannuation
• Salary packaging option of novated leasing available for permanent staff
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Councils Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Work mobile supplied
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley!

Whats Next

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume.

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit ourHow to applypage.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note prior to an offer of employment being made recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks such as references employment history checks working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. Were committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.

We are committed to the value of respect and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people from culturally diverse backgrounds the LGBTQIA community veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is tosupport veterans finding suitable sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements please contactfor a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 19 February 2026 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Jon Childs Communications and Engagement Manager on

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity respect teamwork accountability and excellence Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive thriving Council and employer of choice.