Description:
General Ranger / Companion Animal Shelter - 12 month contract
- General Ranger position that will initially conduct operations of the Companion Animal Shelter
- Plays an important role in educating and endorsing Council's compliance programs
- Use your effective customer service, conflict resolution and problem solving skills in this challenging and varied role
Council is looking for a compliance all-rounder to join our Regulatory Services team for the next 12 months. Initially, this person will be placed at the Companion Animal Shelter and will assume responsibility for shelter operations, managing volunteers, liaising with the public etc.
More broadly and throughout the 12 month contract, this role may work closely with the Enforcement of Public Spaces (unattended Property) Act which includes control of livestock in public places, property left unattended in a public place, maintaining tidiness of public spaces and regulation of Council off-street parking areas and on-street parking areas. Council's Rangers also ensure that vegetation in private properties does not present a fire risk, become unsightly or habitat for vermin and undertake enforcement action under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the Protection of the Environmental Operations Act 1997 where necessary. This position may also be responsible for the administration of the Companion Animals Act including the detention of stray animals found in public places.
About you
Council is focused on developing a strong culture by embedding values of wellbeing, inclusion, commitment and transparency into everything we do. This is at the heart of how we work. The right person for the job is able to live these values, call out others where they aren't, and 'walk the talk'.
We want to hear about you! So in your application, tell us about…
- Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
- What makes you the best person for the role?
- Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.
Please note:
- Only the three questions above need to be addressed in your application, however your resume and cover letter will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description
- You will also be required to attach PDF copies of your qualifications, tickets &/or accreditations to your application.
We want you to enjoy working at Armidale Regional Council as much as we do, so here’s what’s included:
- Salary from $1,265.94 per week (plus superannuation) based on a 38 hour week.
- Flexible working provisions and a 9-day fortnight
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Generous leave entitlements
- Gym discounts
Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Regulatory Services Team?
- If you would like further information on the role, please contact Scott Goodhand, Acting Coordinator Regulation on 0408 763 773 for a confidential discussion.
- Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status.
- Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further information, and to access this guide, please click Here.
***How to apply***
- Please apply by 11.30 pm, Sunday, 5 May 2024
- To submit and complete your application, you must click "Next" at the bottom of each application page.