Animal Management Officer

Camden Council; Camden; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaseback vehicle

Health program

Free parking

Flex leave

Professional development

Job summary

Camden Council is seeking an enthusiastic Animal Management Officer to manage and regulate policies and safeguard the environment and community health within Camden. This permanent full-time role involves animal welfare, shelter operations, and regulatory duties.

You will work a 38-hour week with a fully maintained leaseback vehicle, flex leave, health program, free parking and development opportunities as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications or demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of Companion Animals Act 1998 and related welfare standards.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the public.
• Experience handling dogs and cats in shelters/public settings.
• Experience in preparing reports and documentation.
• Experience designing and delivering education programs for companion animal management.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to WHS and EEO principles.
• Experience in animal shelter operations and Companion Animal Register.
• Ability to manage livestock; authorised micro-chip implanter.

Responsibilities

• Manage and regulate policies to protect the environment and community health.
• Oversee animal welfare standards and shelter operations.
• Engage with community members and stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and supporting documentation.
• Design and deliver educational programs for dogs and cats.

Skills

Animal handling

Communication skills

Report writing

Education programs

Organisational skills

Teamwork

WH S/EEO

Livestock management

Breed identification

Animal welfare

Legislation knowledge

Conflict management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline

Studies in Companion Animal Management

Job description

SALARY: $94,923 - 108,750 p.a + Super + Leaseback

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

• Enjoy a 38 hour working week
• Fully maintained leaseback vehicle
• Flexibility through flex leave provisions
• Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks, and health and wellbeing leave options
• Free parking
• Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community. An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Animal Management Officer to manage and regulate policies/legislation in order to protect and enhance the environment of Camden and the health and safety of its community.

Don't miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Strong working knowledge and practical application of the Companion Animals Act 1998, Public Spaces and (Unattended Property) Act 2021and animal welfare standards
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage conflict and engage effectively with community members and stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in safely handling dogs, including aggressive animals, and cats in both shelter environments and public settings
• Demonstrated experience in preparing reports and documentation
• Experience in designing and delivering education programs related to companion animal management (dogs and cats)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, with minimal supervision
• Understanding and commitment to WHS and EEO principles
• Completion of studies in Companion Animal Management, including training in animal control behaviour, and breed identification
• Experience in Animal Shelter operations, and management of the Companion Animal Register
• Ability to manage livestock
• Authorised micro-chip implanter

Further Information: Rebecca Wade, Team Leader Shelter and Animal Management on 13 22 63

Closing Date for above position: 19/10/2026