Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants. Hastings has nationally recognised parks and recreation facilities and a team that strives to provide quality public spaces for the community. We’re looking for a Sports Liaison Officer to join our Public Spaces Team within the Community Facilities & Services Group. In this part-time role, you’ll help support the smooth and effective use of Council’s sportsgrounds and related facilities for sporting activity. You’ll work closely with sport codes, clubs, schools, contractors and internal teams to coordinate bookings, assist with event and activity requirements, support service agreements and permits, and help ensure our sportsfields continue to meet the needs of the community. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, has an interest in sport and recreation, and can confidently balance customer service, coordination and practical problem‑solving. Ōu wheako – about you Bring experience and/or qualifications in sport, recreation, event coordination or a related field Have strong relationship management skills and confidence working with clubs, schools, sporting codes and community stakeholders Be organised and comfortable coordinating bookings, activities and competing priorities Have sound administrative and computer skills, including confidence using booking systems, spreadsheets and databases Understand health and safety requirements and be able to support users to meet operational and event-related obligations Ideally bring knowledge of sportsground operations, turf/facilities coordination, or local government processes Hold a full driver licence Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey? Job Description #J-18808-Ljbffr