About Local Government
What is Local Government?
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 eg: roads, parks, environment, economic development, tourism, health and events. Councils strengthen the vitality and viability of the local community.
Local Government Career Paths
Local Government is one of the largest employment sectors and has a diverse range of career opportunitites including:
| 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 Resource 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 |
Landscape Architect Natural Resources Officer Environmental Officer Parks Planner, Park Ranger Waste Management Officer Architect |
