AddressFull time, permanent Band 6 position with 11% superannuation
Work in a supportive, team environment
Based in Alexandra with options to work from the Kinglake or Yea Offices
Make a significant difference in our community!
As a Community Safety Officer with Council, each day will be an opportunity to shape a safer and more cohesive community while promoting education and compliance.
We are looking for a Community Safety Officer to undertake animal management and Local Law enforcement. We encourage and maintain compliance through education, mediation, enforcement, and when required, prosecution of breaches against Acts, Regulations, Local Laws and parking legislation.
About this opportunity
In your role as a Community Safety Officer at Council, you will work as part of an innovative and close-knit team. Each day presents a unique opportunity to contribute to the enhancement of Community Safety and regulatory compliance.
You will be able to demonstrate industry knowledge and experience working in Local Government, with a focus on quality outcomes and excellent customer service.
What you will bring to the role
- A substantial and proven background in the field of compliance, preferably within the local government sector. Certificate IV in Statutory Compliance/Animal Management is highly desirable.
- Experience and knowledge required to perform the role of Municipal Fire Prevention Officer.
- Exceptional time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy and demanding environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an exceptional ability to effectively interact with a variety of stakeholders in a confident and professional manner.
- Demonstrated competencies in negotiation, mediation, conflict resolution, and handling complex public interactions.
- Extensive expertise in interpreting and enforcing relevant legislation and industry standards, which includes a comprehensive understanding of relevant policies, procedures, and directives.
- Proficient in evidence collection, statement-taking, conducting interviews, and the preparation of evidence briefs for presentation to external bodies.
- Competent and confident in animal handling of both domestic and farm animals maintaining personal safety and animal welfare.
What we offer
Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.
We offer a supportive and flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.
How to apply
For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact Natalie Stewart, Manager Development Services on (03) 5772 0***.
Applications should contain a cover letter and resume and address the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description. Please note that applications not addressing the selection criteria may not be considered.
You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments:
- online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission
- by email to ***@murrindindi.vic.gov.au
- or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.
Applications close at 11.45 pm on Sunday 26 May 2024.
Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:
- Provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
- Undertakes a Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer to Position Description), provides a current employee Working with Children Check.
- Provides evidence of a valid drivers licence as the role requires travel within and surrounding the Shire.
- You'll also join an on-call roster responding after normal business hours and on weekends to call of an urgent nature.
- Undertake a preemployment psychometric assessment.
