Part Time - 32 Hours per week
$36.79 per hour + Superannuation
Our Values| Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Service Excellence |Innovation
About the Opportunity
Are you ready to step into a career where you can make a real difference in your community? A rewarding chance in local government and enforcement is now available — don’t wait, apply today!
If you’re seeking the ideal balance of working outdoors, travelling across the Shire, and time spent in the office, this role could be the perfect fit.
We are looking for a motivated and well-organised individual to join our Local Laws team, supporting the effective education and enforcement of our Local Law.
This is an essential position within our community and includes participation in an after-hours on-call roster.
The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in animal management and welfare, fire prevention and community compliance and safety, along with strong customer service skills. Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.
For further information on the position please refer to the Position Description.
What you need to Succeed
- Experience or understanding of local, state, or federal government law enforcement and related legislation will be highly regarded.
- Strong face-to-face customer service skills, with a positive approach to service delivery and community engagement.
- Demonstrated integrity when handling confidential or sensitive information.
- Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare accurate reports suitable for use as enforcement evidence.
- Confidence and/or experience in working with animals and livestock.
- Knowledge of, and passion for, animal welfare, fire prevention, and community compliance and safety.
- Confidence and/or experience in handling and working with animals and livestock.
- Proficiency in Microsoft software applications.
- A full, unrestricted driver’s licence is essential for this role.
To apply for this position please complete the online application form, including your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability to the role.
Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do.
We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.
Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.
We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.
Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.
We respectfully acknowledge the traditional lands and waters of the Gunditjmara people, Boandik people, Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages. Council embraces diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive community.
Pre-employment Requirements:
All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form. When submitting your application, please ensure you upload the following supporting documents:
- A brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role, including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the Position Description.
- Resume.
- Copies of relevant qualifications (if applicable).
Applications Close: Sunday 7 December 2025 at 11:59pm
Looking for further information please contact:
Name: Jodie Maybery
Position: Manager Local Laws
Contact Phone: 03 5522 2262 or 0438 295 244
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