Arts & Culture Programs Officer

Job Reference: req39

Employment type: Permanent, Part-time

Applications close: 13/07/2026

At Singleton Council, our employee promise is simple: ADD VALUE. BE VALUED.

As an employee of Singleton Council, you will join an engaged, safe, sustainable and performing (ESSP) workforce who work collectively to create community. Singleton Council has a long and proud history. From our agricultural foundations to our abundant natural resources, we are more than just New South Wales’ largest producer of coal. Singleton has developed into the economic beating heart of the State and a centre of industry, heritage, tourism and community. Here at Council, we offer a wide range of services, supporting our community vision to be vibrant, progressive, connected, sustainable and resilient. We’re committed to providing an environment where everyone has the opportunity to contribute their unique skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact, while also recognising and appreciating your valuable contributions and ensuring you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

ADD VALUE - THE ROLE

The Programs Officer will support the Gallery Director in coordinating, developing and delivering public programs at the Singleton Arts and Cultural Centre (SACC), including workshops, artist talks, school programs, bespoke and outreach events. The Programs Officer will work with schools, community organisations, artists and business partners to design programs that meet the community’s cultural and educational needs.

Key responsibilities include;

• Develop, deliver and document SACC public programs, workshops, events, artist talks and outreach activities.
• Collaborate with local schools, community organisations, artists and business partners to design programs that meet community cultural and educational needs.
• Coordinate public programs with exhibitions in consultation with the Exhibitions Officer and Gallery Director. Design, disseminate and update promotional materials for programs, including website content, newsletters and social media.
• Develop educational materials to enhance visitor experience and engagement.
• Monitor program effectiveness, collect data and prepare evaluation reports to identify growth opportunities.

Essential to this role are degree qualification in an arts, museum studies, cultural or education field, or equivalent experience, complemented by a proven ability to engage diverse audiences through innovative programming.

Knowledge of contemporary arts and culture, Australian public gallery sector, and associated networks and demonstrated experience within an arts, cultural or museum discipline are also required in this role.

This position is offered on a Permanent, Part-time basis working 28 hours per week. Remuneration package for this position is based on Grade 11 of Council's Salary System Protocol which equates to a base salary of $70,950 - $79,808 per annum plus superannuation.

BE VALUED - THE REWARD

Your wellbeing benefits include

• Swell Program (Safe + Well at Singleton Council)
• Health + Wellbeing Leave
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Flu Vaccinations + Skin Checks

Your flexible work benefits may include

• Work from home
• Rostered Day Off
• 9-day fortnight
• 4-day week

Your leave benefits include

• Concessional Leave between Christmas and New Year
• Annual Leave
• Sick + Carer’s Leave
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Purchase of Additional Annual Leave
• Parental Leave
• Domestic + Family Violence Leave
• Health + Wellbeing Leave

Your development benefits include

• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Education Assistance
• Leadership Development Program
• Emerging Leaders Program
• 'Grow our Own' Program

Your reward + recognition benefits include

• ESSPecialist Program Awards
• Service Awards
• Be Valued Recognition Program

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

To find out about all the amazing things Singleton Council is doing to add value to our community click here to explore our webpages.

Do you want to be valued at Singleton Council? Click here to check out our careers page and to see what is on offer.

For further information regarding this role please see the position description here .

INTERESTED?

For a confidential conversation about this exciting opportunity contact Courtney Wagner - Coordinator Arts and Culture on 0461 509 986 .

To be eligible for this role you MUST have the Right to Work in Australia.

Singleton Council is committed to protecting children from harm. We require all applicants who will be working with children to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 13/07/2026.