ABOUT US

We are Dubbo Regional Council, a large regional Council servicing a growing community of over 50,000 people. With an operating expenditure budget of approximately $200 million, we have 600 team members working across a diverse range of areas including planning, infrastructure, community and cultural services, administration, economic development, corporate business and recreational services.

 

WE ARE DRC

Our Employee Value Proposition was developed with input from our employees. Our employees expressed how they feel working at DRC, highlighting some of the reasons they think working with us is a positive experience and what makes them stay.

That is how We Are DRC was created.

Here at DRC we are:

• Balanced
• Equipped
• Connected
• Progressive

 

ABOUT OUR REGION

The Dubbo Region outshines the big metropolitan cities in both affordability and liveability, with an impressive range of housing options, health and education services and little to no work commute – your quality of life is second to none.  The real heart of New South Wales, our Region is a dynamic centre that offers the dual benefits of relaxation and space with the amenities of a major city. With a population of 51,429 and 4,500 registered businesses the Dubbo Region is consistently thriving. Key assets for the Region include a major hospital that services a broad catchment population of 120,000 people, as well as world class tourist attractions and impressive transport links including direct flights to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Newcastle.

 

THE OPPORTUNITY

You will be responsible for the day to day running of the Dubbo City Animal Shelter, including the management of a team of Animal Attendants and the daily care and cleaning of animals and their pens.

You will have the opportunity to engage with Community groups to deliver education programs on the care and welfare of pets.

The successful candidate will also play a key role in the project currently being undertaken to build a brand new, modern animal shelter facility.

 

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Manage the care of Animals at the shelter, including the daily cleaning requirements of the centre;
• Supervise and assist the animal shelter team on a day to day basis;
• Enforce animal control measures in accordance with legislation;
• Liaise with members of the Public and the greater community;
• Develop and implement community education programs; and
• Liaise with Adoption Groups.

 

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED

• Certificate III level qualification in Companion Animal, Business, Administration or Management fields, or experience commensurate to the qualification;
• Demonstrated  supervisory experience;
• Previous experience working in companion animal care or control;
• Demonstrated computer literacy and administration skills, including databases and cash handling;
• Customer Service experience and high level communication and conflict resolution skills; and
• Experience in developing/reviewing policies, procedures, including Work Health and Safety Systems and practices.

 

ABOUT YOU

You will have highly developed interpersonal skills and communication skills, both written and verbal. You will be a hands on leader, providing effective management of the shelter, whilst assisting your team with the daily functions of the shelter.

Additionally, you will possess a high level of attention to detail in the provision of a well maintained facility, and excellent time management skills.

You will be a team player who continually shows positive leadership and looks for positive ways to contribute to team culture.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

In undertaking this key role in our diverse organisation, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 4 weeks annual leave, access to DRC fitness passport program, and wellbeing program. DRC also has a variety of Salary Packaging options available to staff including:

• Superannuation
• Rainbow Cottage Childcare
• Professional Memberships
• Excess Long Service Leave to Superannuation
• Uniforms
• Novated Vehicle Leasing
• Remote Area Housing Assistance
• Work Related Self Education Expenses
• Portable Notebook or Laptop computer
• Airline Lounge Memberships
• Disability/Income Protection Insurance
• Tools of Trade

Furthermore, DRC also offers flexible working conditions, learning and development opportunities, generous leave allowances and has an active Social Club.

Dubbo Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Please refer to the attached Position Description for the entire scope of essential and desirable criteria which all applicants must meet, but not address at this stage.

This position requires a pre employment health assessment.  Please refer to the attached Jobs Demands document for the physical requirements of the position.

A working with children check is required for this position.

 

Salary: $64,721 - $75,218 per annum plus superannuation.

Closing Date: 9:00am on Monday 6 June 2022.

Enquiries: For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Council's Manager Environmental Compliance - 6801 4630

 

HOW TO APPLY

1. Please fill out the questions in the application page below.
2. On the following page you will have the opportunity to attach your resume.
3. Please note that once you start to complete your online application you cannot save it and return to it later.  We would recommend that you create your answers in a separate document (e.g. word) then copy your answers into this page when you're ready.
4. All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application. (Please ensure you check your "Junk Mail" folder.)

 

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