Local Law Investigations Officer

• Permanent, full-time position
• $76,281.40K per annum, RDO, Overtime, On Call Allowance & Super
• Preston location, close to public transport, work-from-home supported.

At Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community. We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community.

Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.

About Darebin City Council
Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.

About the Role
Provide advice and support to City Safety & Compliance Department leadership team with regards to Local Laws and animal management compliance.
• Providing a customer focused service with timely, clear and prompt advice to the public on matters relating to animal management and Local Law compliance.
• Prepare briefs of evidence and where required represent Council at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Appeals Tribunal (VCAT) and in Magistrates Court to prosecute relevant matters.
• Undertake inspections, gather evidence and actively enforce compliance with the Domestic Animals Act, Council’s Local Law and relevant Acts as they relate to the protection of community safety, environment and responsible pet ownership & welfare.

Skills & Experience
• An understanding of the function of the position within its organisational context, including relevant policies, regulations and precedents and an understanding of the goals of the Department.
• A working knowledge of Council’s Pathway operating system and system modules relevant to the function of the position.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, hand-held electronic devices and other office equipment.
• Ability to represent Council at the Magistrates’ Court and other courts in relation to animal issues and offences.
• Knowledge of animal transportation procedures for injured, seized and trapped animals.
• Proficiency in the application of law enforcement procedures, including interviewing techniques, evidence collection, note-taking and preparation of court briefs and reports.
• Knowledge of the Acts and Regulations and Council’s General Local Law relevant to animal management.

Culture
As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.

Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.

How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume, and those who wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the may do so in their cover letter.

We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.

Contact Rhett English, Coordinator Civic Compliance on 0447 451 *** for a confidential discussion.

Applications close on 5 March 2024 at 11:30pm.

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.

Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.