Coordinator - Ranger and Animal Services

• Be part of an exciting, newly created role, offering leadership opportunities and the chance to shape the future of our state-of-the-art facilities
• Enjoy a highly rewarding role with $95,000 – $105,000 salary plus super, Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 3 weeks, and occasional after-hours work to go the extra mile
• Lead two dynamic teams and make a real impact in both animal welfare and community safety

About Bathurst Regional Council

Bathurst Regional Council (BRC) is committed to delivering exceptional services to its community, with a special focus on animal welfare and environmental initiatives. Located in the vibrant city of Bathurst, NSW, BRC operates the state-of-the-art Bathurst Animal Rehoming Centre (BARC), which plays a crucial role in animal care and rehoming initiatives. We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of both animals and people, and we’re looking for talented individuals who share our vision. If you’re driven by compassion, excellence, and innovation, this is the perfect place for you to make a positive impact.

For more information, please visit our website: www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

About the Opportunity

Bathurst Regional Council is excited to offer a newly created 12-month contract opportunity for a Coordinator Ranger and Animal Services based in Bathurst, NSW.

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you will lead and inspire two teams: the Rangers and the Bathurst Animal Rehoming Centre (BARC) staff, totaling 15 members. Your leadership will be key to ensuring the highest standards of animal care, while also driving compliance services that contribute to a safer and more connected community. This is a 35-hour work week role, Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm, with a requirement to attend to after-hours duties as needed, based on business requirements

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care and maximise rehoming opportunities for animals
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure safe, efficient operations at BARC
• Overseeing Ranger services, including compliance enforcement and the preparation of legal proceedings
• Fostering continuous improvement and high performance in your teams, while maintaining a supportive and ethical work environment
• Building strong relationships with external stakeholders to create opportunities for rehoming, volunteering, and community engagement
• Managing budgets effectively, ensuring optimal use of resources while meeting organisational goals
• Reporting on key performance indicators, budgets, and other operational goals

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About You

To succeed in this role, you will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent), such as animal management, husbandry, regulatory compliance, or business administration, along with at least seven years' experience in a similar role. You are a natural leader with proven experience managing teams and driving successful outcomes. Your communication skills are second to none, and you thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Additionally, you will bring:

• Exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and challenging situations
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, with sound decision-making abilities
• Experience managing budgets to ensure efficient operations within allocated resources
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other web-based systems
• Experience with statutory interpretation and policy development
• Technical expertise in regulatory compliance or animal management is highly valued
• Local government experience is preferred but not essential

You are passionate, resilient, and always ready to roll up your sleeves to make a real difference in both animal welfare and community safety.

About the Benefits

In return for your passion and dedication, you will enjoy a competitive salary at Grade 9 with a range of $95,000 – $105,000 (based on qualifications and experience), plus 11.5% superannuation. Additional benefits include:

• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support your career growth
• The chance to work at a state-of-the-art, multi-billion-dollar facility
• Be part of one of the leading animal rehoming centres in the region, making a direct and meaningful impact every day
• Rostered Day Off (RDO) every 3 weeks for improved work-life balance
• A fun and inclusive workplace culture that values teamwork, ethical behaviour, and high-performance

Ready to Apply?

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where you can truly make a difference, APPLY NOW!

Application closing date: Sunday, 3 November 2024, at 11.30 pm

Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. 

We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia for the duration of this position to apply for this job.