Traffic Officer

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Ballarat, Victoria (VIC) City of Ballarat

Employer:  City of Ballarat
Job Type:  Permanent Full Time
City:  Ballarat
Salary and Benefits:  $62,630 to $66,755 plus statutory superannuation
21/01/2022 16:43



Traffic Officer


  • Permanent, Full-time opportunity with a Monthly RDO
  • Annual Band 4 Salary range from $62,630 to $66,755 plus statutory superannuation and applicable allowances
  • Work with a close-knit team of motivated and friendly staff

About the City of Ballarat

The City of Ballarat, 100km west of Melbourne’s CBD is one of the largest inland regional cities in the country. Ballarat is uniquely located with easy access to Melbourne, Geelong and Bendigo and is the Western Victorian capital for a region of 250,000 people.

The City of Ballarat has a growing economy that attracts and retains innovative businesses, employs a highly skilled workforce and attracts new residents whilst promoting the city’s unique heritage and vibrant cultural life. It has all the services, retail and entertainment opportunities you'd find in a capital city but with a relaxed country attitude. With affordable housing at a fraction of Melbourne prices and a progressive leadership team, now is a great time to join the City of Ballarat.

The Role

The role of Traffic Officer is to undertake a range of activities to contribute to traffic management with a focus on enforcement of parking restrictions and assist the Local Laws & Parking Enforcement Unit in the operation of the school crossing scheme, and from time to time, in the enforcement of other legislation and Local Laws within the responsibility of the unit.

About You

Preferably the ideal candidate will have completed post-secondary training in Municipal Law Enforcement and have demonstrated relevant experience in a role that has direct contact with the general public.

The successful candidate will have experience in resolving conflict and dealing with difficult customers and demonstrated relevant experience in delivering law enforcement services would be highly regarded.

Basic proficiency in the use of computer software such as word processing and database packages as well as hold a current Victorian Drivers Licence are requirements of this role.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Completion of post-secondary training in Municipal Law Enforcement, or other relevant training or qualification.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply legislation and regulations in an impartial and objective manner, while maintaining a polite, courteous and professional demeanour.
  • Demonstrated communication skills and ability to handle difficult customers and situations. Knowledge of the Road Safety Act 1986 and Road Safety Road Rules 2017 or ability to acquire and apply such knowledge.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritise and organise work tasks to achieve specific objectives within set timeframes.
  • Demonstrated relevant experience in delivering law enforcement services would be highly regarded.
  • Ability in the use of computer software such as word processing and database packages. Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

To Apply

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application.

The closing date for this position is 12 noon Monday 7th February 2022. Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and answer screening questions based on the key selection criteria.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check. Covid-19 Vaccinations are required for this position.

Contact

For any additional questions, please contact Brenda Carey, Executive Manager Regulatory Services on 0408 527 082.

The City of Ballarat is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing a safe and inclusive working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and flexibility. We welcome applications from all walks of life and celebrate the diversity and richness this brings to our workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer. We support flexible and accessible working arrangements for all and are committed to ensuring that all jobs in our workforce can be performed flexibly. If you're short listed for a role and are looking for flexibility, we encourage you to start the flexible working conversation with the hiring manager to find out what options may be possible for the role you're applying for.

Position Description - Traffic Officer January 2021 (2) (2).pdf

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