Senior Ranger

Senior Ranger

About us

The beautiful Eurobodalla Shire is located on Yuin Country on the far south coast of NSW and offers an enviable coastal lifestyle with easy access to Canberra and Sydney. From our beaches to our bushlands, rivers and mountains, the Eurobodalla is a place of inclusive communities embracing sustainable lifestyles.

With 143km of coastline, 83 beaches, 20 lakes and four major river systems, Eurobodalla is known as the land of many waters. Over three-quarters of our land area is open space, consisting of 10 national parks and 15 state forests.

Over 40,000 people call the Eurobodalla Shire home, and we attract over 1.2 million visitors every year.

About the role

This position is a full time role in the Ranger Services team and based at Moruya Administration Office. You will assist in the coordination of the control and regulation of public order and safety and provide high level customer service in accordance with the relevant legislation and Council policies.

Your main duties will include:

• Under supervision, coordinate the Ranger Team, including managing the pound, team planning, staff selection, training, monitoring of staff performance and workflows.
• Responding to complaints, service requests, instructions and coordinate team activities in relation to: animal control; parking; litter control; illegal dumping; environmental incidents; derelict vehicles/articles; overgrown premises and illegal uses of Councils property/assets.
• Detecting, investigating and managing matters of public health and safety and proactively undertake and oversee blitz campaigns.
• Liaising with and advising stakeholders in providing information and clarifying Council’s requirements on public health & safety including participation in the Regional Illegal Dumping Program. Provide community guidance and education.
• Issuing Orders, Infringements and Notices in accordance with delegations granted by Council. Assist with the coordination of Ranger team responses to infringements, court proceedings and counsel instructions in consultation with supervisor. Represent Council court actions where required.

Salary Information

Total remuneration for the role is in the range $81,545.55 to $97,002.36 gross per annum consisting of:

• $73,464.46 to $87,389.51 base salary
• $8,081.09 to $9,612.85 superannuation (at 11%)

A fully maintained Council vehicle for work purposes (including to/from home use) is available with this position.

When required by Council, participation in an on call roster for out of hours and weekend work is part of this position. An allowance is paid when on call.

Appointment to this position is subject to the following:

• A satisfactory outcome as a result of a National Criminal History Record Check.
• Medical clearance to verify that you are safely able to undertake the duties of the position.

What we offer

We promote equal access to opportunities and pride ourselves on creating a safe and engaging working environment that fosters wellbeing. We are dedicated to looking after our staff, knowing our people are our biggest asset, to ensure we are best placed to look after our community.

Culture and benefits

• Work/life balance through a range of flexible work options.
• 35 hours per week for administrative staff and 38 hours per week for operational staff.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including access to free counselling through our Employee Assistance Program, Uprise Wellbeing App, Fitness Passport, Social Club, flu vaccinations and skin checks.
• Up to 3 days leave to cover Council closure at end of year period.
• 9 weeks Council provided paid maternity leave (conditional).
• Generous leave provisions including Long Service Leave after 5 years of continuous service, study leave and 3 weeks sick leave annually.
• Annual Award increases, performance reviews and a rewards and recognition program.
• Salary packaging program.

About you

Do you have a Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services/Control) or equivalent? Are you a strong leader with experience in supervision, support and development of small teams? Apply now - we would love to hear from you!

Your application will further demonstrate the following:

• Extensive knowledge and expertise in conducting investigations and enforcing local government and relevant legislation.
• Well-developed interpersonal communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills including ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage challenging situations and unpredictable environments within the community, autonomously.

Please read the Information Package for full details. If you have any further questions about the role, please contact Noel Fuller on 4474 1228.

To apply for this position, please complete the form below or go to the Eurobodalla Shire Council Vacant Positions website page if you found this vacancy via a job search website.

Applications close: 11.00pm Sunday 5 May 2024.

Applicants found suitable through this recruitment process may be contacted for fixed term contract opportunities of less than 12 months where the position is similar in nature – meaning the position requires the same nature of duties, abilities, qualifications, experience and standard of work performance.

Confirmation of personal identity and working rights:

As part of the recruitment process, should you be successful in obtaining an interview, you will be required to bring with you an original Government issued photo ID for the interview Panel to sight.

Should you then move to the next stage of the recruitment process after interview, you will be required to produce documentation that proves your working rights in Australia, such as a passport, birth certificate, driver’s licence, proof of permanent residency or temporary VISA grant notice.