Regulatory Ranger: Community Safety & Field Enforcement

Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale; Armadale; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Super - Choose to co-contribute up

Wellness programs including Fitness...

Free local gym membership

Free counselling, health assessments

Salary packaging options

Two additional Local Government days

Job summary

The Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale in Mundijong, WA is seeking a confident Ranger to support our Community Safety team. You will balance education, customer service and enforcement across the Shire, with field-based duties and a four-week roster including one weekend shift every four weeks.

Your role includes advising on law, order and public safety, implementing Acts, Regulations and Local Laws, and coordinating with WA Police and agencies to resolve issues effectively.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Ranger-related statutes, Acts, Regulations, Local Laws and policies.
• Fair, consistent and professional enforcement of regulatory requirements.
• Strong report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage challenging interactions and investigations.
• Valid C class driver’s licence and ability to obtain police clearance.
• Knowledge of court procedures and evidence requirements.
• Experience with field-based work and community education.

Responsibilities

• Enforce legislation, local laws and policies, issuing infringements when required.
• Investigate ranger-related matters: animal control, litter, parking and impounding.
• Patrol the district and respond to after-hours callouts.
• Provide written and verbal advice to community, landholders and staff.
• Prepare prosecution briefs and attend court or tribunals as needed.
• Support community education and maintain records and reports.

Skills

Ranger knowledge

Enforcement experience

Written and verbal communication

Public safety advisory

Conflict resolution

Policy and local law knowledge

Driver's licence (C class)

Stakeholder engagement

TechnologyOne familiarity

Court procedures knowledge

Tools

TechnologyOne

Job description

The Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale in Mundijong, WA is seeking a confident Ranger to support our Community Safety team. You will balance education, customer service and enforcement across the Shire, with field-based duties and a four-week roster including one weekend shift every four weeks.

Your role includes advising on law, order and public safety, implementing Acts, Regulations and Local Laws, and coordinating with WA Police and agencies to resolve issues effectively.