Environmental Volunteering Programs Coordinator

Salary $109,513.56 to $127,034.96 p/a + super
Permanent full time position – 35 hours per week
Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
Access to Flex Leave

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Ku-ring-gai is one of Sydney’s most beautiful and environmentally rich areas, located just 16km north of the CBD.

With a mix of vibrant town centres, leafy residential areas, heritage precincts, and natural bushland, we are a local government area committed to balancing growth with sustainability, character and community values.

About the role

Council is seeking an experienced and passionate Environmental Volunteering Programs Coordinator to lead a diverse suite of environmental volunteering programs that protect biodiversity, strengthen community stewardship and inspire environmental action across the LGA.

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

Lead and deliver Council’s environmental volunteering programs and community garden initiatives
Manage and support staff and volunteers, including training and on-ground support
Plan and deliver environmental events, activities, and volunteer engagement initiatives
Promote programs through community engagement, communications, and social media
Manage budgets, grants, and resources for environmental volunteering programs
Build partnerships, ensure legislative compliance, and provide high-quality customer service

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Qualifications and/or substantial experience in bush regeneration or natural resource management
Proven experience coordinating environmental volunteering or community environmental programs
Strong people management skills across staff and volunteers
Solid field experience in bush regeneration or environmental rehabilitation
Strong communication, engagement and event coordination skills
Knowledge of NSW environmental legislation and strong organisational skills
Current Class C Driver’s Licence and First Aid Certificate

Benefits

35 hour working week
Eligiblity to participate in Council’s flexible work scheme (flex leave)
Access to private use of a vehicle through Council’s Private Leaseback Scheme
Access to Fitness Passport
Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
Beautiful Ku-ring-gai Location
Supportive team environment
Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

How to apply

Applicants are required to address all Essential Criteria as listed within the Position Description to be eligible for an interview.

Like to know more Contact Sybylla Brown on 02 9424 0604

Closes: 11:30pm, Wednesday 25 February 2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer

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Environmental Volunteering Programs Coordinator