The City of Joondalup takes pride in being a local government that has been internationally recognised for providing outstanding services to the local community. To continue to set the standard in WA Local Government for innovative services and programs, we are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic employees who will be committed to making a positive contribution to the City and its community.
Policy Officer - Full Time Permanent
- Salary: $107,874 - $114,425 per annum
- Plus up to 15% superannuation (conditions apply)
- Ref No: 26-078
An exciting opportunity is available for a suitably experienced person to join the City of Joondalup as Policy Officer within the City’s Strategic and Organisational Development business unit.
As part of a collaborative and professional team, the role will support the development and review of Council and internal policies, strategic plans, corporate reporting requirements and coordination of the City’s Strategic Community Reference Group.
The successful applicant will have experience in a similar or related role and have strong research and analysis skills as well as the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
Your covering letter (maximum two pages) will need to address the following key criteria:
- Experience developing and reviewing policy documents, and ensuring alignment with legislative, strategic and organisational requirements.
- Experience undertaking qualitative research, data collection and analysis.
- Experience preparing high-quality written reports and other written documentation.
- Experience coordinating stakeholder meetings and workshops, including planning, delivery and reporting on the outcomes.
- Experience coordinating projects and deliverables within agreed timeframes.
If you are interested, we would like to hear from you. Further information can be obtained by calling Chloe Cooper, Strategic Planning and Engagement Coordinator on 9400 4264.
To apply, please click on the "Apply" button above, and submit your resume and a covering letter via the City’s recruitment portal, addressing the above criteria. Applications close at 11.55 pm on Monday 13 July 2026.
The City of Joondalup is committed to diversity and inclusion within all organisational practices and is an equal opportunity employer. The City encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, people of all ages, sexualities and genders to apply for this position.
All employees and prospective employees of the City of Joondalup are required to declare any secondary employment and private activities to ensure that any conflict of interests may be appropriately managed.
CRAIG LLOYD
Chief Executive Officer
Canvassing of Elected Members will disqualify applicants.