Ranger

RANGER

About Us

Maitland City Council is a diverse and dynamic organisation in a rapidly growing LGA. We are going through an exciting period of change, with a focus on providing progressive services through exceptional customer experience. Due to continued growth an opportunity has arisen for a Ranger to join our highly skilled team Ranger Services team to support the delivery regulatory compliance and continue to make a meaningful impact on our community.

About the Role

This is a permanent, full-time position. This is a diverse role responsible for investigating, assessing and managing a range of different enforcement activities, including but not limited to animal/stock control, litter, illegal dumping, abandoned vehicles and articles, parking regulation and patrols of public lands. You will enforce the compliance of applicable Acts, Regulations and Council policies, and ensure you keep abreast of any changes in laws/policies. You will also manage correspondence from citizens, including complaints and enquiries, and effectively resolve issues using negotiation skills and stakeholder consultation.

As one of our Rangers, you will maintain and operate Council's animal seizure equipment, undertake animal control patrols and seizures to ensure compliance with statutory requirements and the safety of the community. As a result of these seizures, you may need to prepare investigative reports and documentation in support of legal action and/or prosecutions, or present evidence on Council's behalf to the relevant Court/s.

About You

With a Certificate IV Local Government (Regulatory Services), or relevant training, you will have worked previously in a law enforcement or regulatory role, and will have experience handling animals and livestock, and impounding vehicles. You will also have experience interpreting and applying Acts, Regulations and Policies, preferably within a Local Government environment.

Your written and verbal communication skills, especially the ability to negotiate, problem solve, resolve conflict and prepare and present reports, will see you succeed in the role. You must have a current driver's licence and be flexible in the hours that you can work, as the roster is on a 7-day rotating basis, with additional on call duties.

Benefits

This is a permanent full-time role, working 38 hours per week, on a rotating 7-day roster with a base salary range of $75,227 up to $83,502 per year based on demonstrated skills and experience + 11.5% p.a. super + commuter use vehicle.

Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Access to a variety of health and wellbeing initiatives and entitlements such as fitness passport
• Professional development and education opportunities with study support initiatives
• Range of generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Modern offices and facilities with free onsite parking

Questions?

If after reading the role charter you have any questions, please contact Andrew McAdam, Team Leader Ranger Services, on 02 4939 1059 for further information.

To Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Applications close: Sunday 12 January 2025

Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?

Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation (Recruitment@maitland.nsw.gov.au)