Ranger

About the opportunity

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join us as a Ranger, where your efforts will directly contribute to a safer, more responsible environment for all. In this important role, you'll be tasked with ensuring the implementation of various Acts, Regulations, Codes, and Policies that govern animal control, traffic management, including parking and environmental and public place issues.

Your responsibilities will include actively enforcing regulations, which helps maintain public safety and promotes responsible behavior among residents and visitors alike. You will also play a crucial role in community engagement by assisting with the development and implementation of educational programs tailored for schools, residents, and community groups.

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration:

$ 79,228 - $91,738 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

• Full-time38 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Weekly Health and Wellbeing programs held on site
• Free flu vaccination program
• Lease back vehicle  - Full private use available
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

About you:

To be successful in this role, we are seeking candidates who have completed a Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) or Certificate IV in Government Investigations. If you have similar experience, A thorough understanding of the Local Government Act, 1993, Companion Animals Act, 1998, Public Spaces (unattended Property) Act, and Australian Road Rules 2014 is essential, along with practical experience in their enforcement, we would love to hear from you!

What's next?

We strongly encourage anyone interested in applying to phone the below contact and have a further conversation as well as applying by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume and cover letter. 

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening:

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) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 7 November 2024 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Jason Mullee, Ranger Services Coordinator on (02) 4993 4132

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

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.