• Full-time, Fixed-term position for 12 months (maternity leave replacement)
• Annual Band 6 Salary range from $81,777 to $88,340 plus statutory superannuation
• Exciting opportunity to lead an established operating team in the City of Ballarat

ABOUT THE ROLE

The City of Ballarat is currently seeking an experienced individual to lead our Animal Management Services team servicing the Ballarat municipality in providing oversight of Council’s Animal Management Services (ranger service), coordinating responsible pet ownership, education programs and response to animal investigations and prosecutions.

This full-time role will enjoy a Monthly RDO and will be responsible for the following delivery of services:

• The successful candidate would be responsible for coordinating the investigation, preparation of evidence and Court documents and would represent Council at the Magistrate’s Court.
• This position will provide oversight of the two animal management officers and would provide ongoing advice to internal and external stakeholders, including our community.
• This role reports and provides support to the Animal Services Coordinator. Internal liaisons are with the Animal Shelter team and the broader Regulatory Services team and will be responsible for implementing new and updated state legislation.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL

To be successful within this position the ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of application of the Domestic Animals Act 1994, Impounding of Livestock Act 1994, Local Government Act 1989 and Council's Local Laws.
• Tertiary qualifications and/or significant experience in Animal Management with experience in handling dogs and livestock.
• Proficiency in the use of computer software such as word processing and database packages.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare letters, memoranda’s, investigation reports and brief preparation.
• Ability to gather and record information and provide recommendations on animal management issues.
• Organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks.
• Experience in dealing with difficult customers.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and monitor adherence to health and safety policies and procedures within a team environment.
• Current Victorian Drivers Licence

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this position please click on the Apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is Monday 13th December, 2021.  Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and address the key selection criteria.

The City of Ballarat is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, diversity and inclusion. The successful applicant will be required to under a full employment medical and police check and COVID-19 vaccinations are required for this role.

CONTACT

For further information on the position, please contact Clare Douglas-Haynes, Coordinator Animal Services on 0419 346 565.

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.

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