Community Ranger & Local Laws Officer — Flexible Hours

Shire of Campaspe; Echuca; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Shire of Campaspe in Echuca is seeking a Local Laws Officer / Community Ranger to enforce domestic animal and livestock control, Local Laws compliance, traffic management, and parking services. The role includes on-call duties and delivering education to the community.

The position requires relevant certificates, court experience, and a valid driver’s license, with a focus on customer service and regulatory enforcement. Salary is $80,211 to $92,509 per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Animal Management and Control, or willingness to obtain.
• Certificate IV in Regulatory Compliance or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience in developing evidence briefs and presenting in Court.
• Valid Driver’s Licence.
• A Victorian Employee Working with Children Check.
• Satisfactory National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Pre-employment medical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver community education and provide advice regarding Council Local Laws, policies, and relevant legislative requirements.
• Investigate compliance matters, interview alleged offenders, collect and document evidence, and ensure procedural fairness throughout investigations.
• Prepare prosecution briefs and assist with legal proceedings, including representing Council in the Magistrates' Court when required.
• Enforce Local Laws and relevant legislation through proactive compliance and regulatory activities.
• Support animal management initiatives, including responding to animal-related matters, cat trapping programs, and community engagement activities.
• Assist with permit administration, infringement processes, and the collection of applicable fees and fines.
• Provide high-quality customer service and timely advice to residents, businesses, and other stakeholders to encourage compliance.

Skills

Court proceedings

Animal management

Regulatory compliance

Driver's license

Education

Certificate IV in Animal Management and Control

Certificate IV in Regulatory Compliance

Job description

Shire of Campaspe in Echuca is seeking a Local Laws Officer / Community Ranger to enforce domestic animal and livestock control, Local Laws compliance, traffic management, and parking services. The role includes on-call duties and delivering education to the community.

The position requires relevant certificates, court experience, and a valid driver’s license, with a focus on customer service and regulatory enforcement. Salary is $80,211 to $92,509 per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.