Permanent Full Time
$80,925.14 pa (plus 11.5% super and annual pay increases)
Flexible working arrangements available including flexitime and RDOs
A vehicle is available for commuter use with this position
Who we are
Surf Coast Shire Council delivers services from Lorne to Winchelsea to Torquay and the communities and townships in between. Locals here experience a sought-after quality of life – we are one of the safest and most active communities in Victoria. When you work with us, you are helping our community and its environment thrive.
Our people play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful, and supportive workplace, living our values, and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community.
Your New Career
You will be a part of a dynamic team with a broad range of responsibilities including domestic animal management, issuing infringements, parking enforcement, responding to service requests, assisting with school crossings, conducting inspections and undertaking investigations.
What you will bring to the Role
We are seeking an experienced person to promote and monitor public safety and assist in providing a high standard of enforcement services. As a ranger you will contribute to the safety and amenity of the community through the provision of information, assistance and advice to the community and enforcement of local laws, relevant acts and regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who have an interest in domestic animal management and local government.
Key Selection Criteria
Mandatory Qualifications, Experience and Requirements
- Proven ability to provide Ranger Services (Certificate IV in Animal Management/Local Government/Statutory Compliance or similar, and/or relevant experience).
- Proven ability to become an effective member of the Ranger Services team.
- Ability to build and maintain productive relationships and provide great customer service.
- Ability to effectively deal with conflict and difficult situations.
- Ability to work under pressure and achieve targets.
- Current Victorian driver’s licence.
- A current Working With Children Check
- You have the permanent right to live and work in Australia
- Police Check results that are suitable for this position (will be arranged by Surf Coast Shire Council).
A complete international criminal history check is required if the person has worked or lived overseas for any period of time OR a complete national criminal history check is required if the person has only ever worked in Australia.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Experience in Local Government.
- Ability to obtain a Victorian Firearm Licence.
What you’ll love working with us
Council embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages applications from skilled people from all walks of life.
We recognise that our employees play a vital role in creating an innovative, safe, respectful and supportive workplace, living our values and delivering exceptional services to our thriving community. Our Council is committed to providing a workplace culture of equity, inclusion and diversity that eliminates all forms of discrimination, harassment and bullying.
There are numerous social activities throughout the year available as well as the benefits of:
- Flexible working arrangements including working from home and flexi time options, RDOs
- Employee Assistance Program and award-winning staff wellbeing program
- Career development and learning opportunities, we help our people grow
- Commuter use of Council vehicle
- Purchase of additional annual leave
- Free onsite parking
- Leave loading.
For More Information
More information on the role accountabilities and the key selection criteria can be found in the position description above. Select the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.
If you believe you have the knowledge, skills and experience to fulfil this role and would like further information, please contact Shaun Barling, Coordinator Ranger Services on 5261 0600.
How to apply
Applications are to be in Word or PDF format and should include a:
- cover letter
- statement addressing the selection criteria
- copy of your resume.
Please note that only applications with a statement addressing the selection criteria will be considered for this position.
Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now" button and we'll be in touch with you shortly regarding your application.
Applications close at 11.59pm Sunday 14 July 2024
Surf Coast Shire Council is an equal opportunity and child safe employer.