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Parks Officer - Planning and Strategy

Central Otago District Council | alexandra, New-Zealand | Posted June 22, 2026

Position Overview

Location: Alexandra

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

This role sits within our Parks and Recreation team and plays a key part in shaping how Central Otago’s open spaces, parks, and play opportunities are planned and delivered.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead development of open space strategies, plans, and policies, including reserve management plans
  • Design and deliver public consultation and engagement processes
  • Prepare reports for Council and Community Boards to support decision‑making
  • Coordinate implementation of action plans arising from adopted strategies, including the Play Strategy
  • Work with internal teams, external organisations, and community groups to deliver parks and recreation outcomes
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with mana whenua, stakeholders, and the wider community
  • Monitor progress of projects and strategies, ensuring delivery against agreed priorities
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