Community Safety Officer

Horsham Rural City Council; Horsham; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Horsham Rural City Council is seeking a proactive professional to enhance community safety and compliance across the municipality. The role involves enforcing local laws, responding to resident concerns and delivering animal management services.

You will apply relevant legislation, educate the public, and work collaboratively with council teams to achieve positive community outcomes. Flexible work arrangements may be available.

Qualifications

• Proactive and community-minded professional who enjoys working with people.
• Experience in animal management and handling is desirable.
• Sound problem-solving skills, good judgement and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to safe, compliant and well-managed municipality through delivery of community safety, local laws and animal management services.
• Undertake investigations, respond to customer requests and community concerns, provide education and advice, and apply relevant legislation and policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Investigation

Regulatory compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Animal Management or related field

Job description

Horsham Rural City Council is the heart of the Wimmera region, located approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Offering the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. Horsham combines affordable living, quality health and education services, and a welcoming community atmosphere.

Residents enjoy the benefits of a relaxed lifestyle, with short commute times, excellent sporting and recreation facilities, vibrant local events, cafes and restaurants, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're raising a family, pursuing outdoor adventures, or seeking greater work-life balance, Horsham offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences of a regional city.

Surrounded by natural attractions including the Wimmera River, Mount Arapiles and the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, the region provides outstanding opportunities for bushwalking, cycling, fishing, water sports and camping. With its friendly community, affordable housing and easy access to nature, Horsham is a great place to live, work and thrive.

Horsham Rural City Council is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe and equal opportunity employer. We offer a range of flexible work arrangements and people of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Every application is reviewed by a real person, not an automated system

Job Description

About the Role

You will contribute to a safe, compliant and well-managed municipality through the delivery of community safety, local laws and animal managemen services. The position undertakes investigations, responds to customer requests and community concerns, provides education and advice, and applies relevant legislation, local laws and Council policies to support positive community outcomes and regulatory compliance.

For more information

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For a confidential conversation, please contact the People, Culture & Safety Team on [e-mail]

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

You will be a proactive and community-minded professional who enjoys working with people and making a positive contribution to community safety and compliance.

You will also hold a Certificate IV in Animal Management, Local Government, Statutory Compliance or a related field, and have experience in animal management and handling. Experience in local laws, animal management, compliance, investigations or a related field is also desirable.

To be successful in this role, you will possess sound problem-solving skills, good judgement, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You'll also have strong communication and customer service skills, enabling you to engage effectively with a diverse range of community members, educated residents on their responsibilities, and build positive relationships.

A current Working with Children Check and current Drivers Licence are essential.

Closing Date: 11/11/2026