About Council

The Toowoomba Region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia’s second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the Council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn’t come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia.

Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 166,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,800 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY HAS ARISEN FOR AN ANIMAL MANAGEMENT OFFICER TO JOIN A GREAT TEAM WITHIN  LOCAL GOVERNMENT

About the role

• The Animal Management Officer (AMO) undertakes a range of activities requiring the application of acquired specialist skills and knowledge, in an environment that is often challenging and demanding.
• The AMO is responsible for providing a service that protects the amenity and safety of the community through investigation and enforcement of State Government acts and regulations, and TRC Local Law standards.
• If appointed at the classification Level 2, the casual wage rate for this position is $31.42 - $34.03 gross per hour plus casual loading and up to 12.4% superannuation.
• If appointed at the classification Level 3, the casual wage rate for this position is $34.93 - $37.60 gross per hour plus casual loading and up to 12.4% superannuation.
• Please note this is a casual position which is located at the Animal Management Centre in Toowoomba.

How to be successful in this position - Success Criteria

1. Hold the mandatory qualification(s), training and/or experience, as outlined under the 'Success Criteria' in the Position Description (attached).
2. Ability to interpret and apply legislation (Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 and Council Local Laws) to assist in; making decisions utilizing research, planning, statement taking and report writing.
3. Ability to plan and achieve appropriate outcomes within agreed timeframes.
4. Ability to use interpersonal and communication skills in sometimes difficult and sensitive situations to reach effective outcomes.
5. A demonstrated commitment to teamwork to achieve outcomes and establish effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
6. A high level of computer literacy skills including the effective use of Microsoft Word and Outlook with the capacity to learn other relevant programs.
7. An ability to handle and identify animals including dogs, cats and livestock and if required the ability to physically assist with the euthanasia of animals as per established protocols.
8. Commitment to Council’s Organisational Value and Behaviour of Honesty.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit two documents:

1. A three (3) page cover letter utilising the attached Mandatory/Desirable Criteria Checklist; and
2. Your current resume.

PLEASE NOTE: Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above.

Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online.

For further information

Please contact Terry Kajewski on 07 4688 6874 within business hours.

Closing date

The closing date for applications is at 11.45pm on Monday, 25 October 2021.