People Shaping Progress

People Shaping Progress is the umbrella employment brand for the local government sector.  It is aimed to reposition local government as an employer of choice. 

The brand is created to present a positive and desirable image for local government and recognises the important role of local government in the community.  It embodies the positive and rewarding aspect of working in local government:  the opportunity to make a difference and contribute to community progress. 

Why work for local government?

• Flexible work environment
• Diverse and ongoing opportunities to gain significant experience and skills
• Healthy team environment
• Opportunity to make a constribution to your community
• Having a sense of personal achievement

Wide range of jobs and career opportunities

• Environment - looking after the environment
• Regulatory - serving the community
• Arts and Recreation - improving the social and cultural wellbeing of the community
• Infrastructure - making sure everything works
• Planning and Policy - planning for and looking to the future
• Organisation Management - managing our resources

For more information about the benefits of working in local government visit the People Shaping Progress website www.localgovernmentcareers.govt.nz