Ranger Illegal Dumping

Salary: $71,574 - $80,451 p.a. plus 11% Super
- Fixed Term, Part Time
- Join a team that is committed to creating a positive culture.

**About the role**
This role is a fixed term time 36-month position. The working hours are as per roster Monday to Sunday and will be based at Nowra Administration Building.

**Duties**
Reporting directly to the Senior Ranger - Illegal Dumping, the focus of this position is to:

- Patrol the Shoalhaven to detect and deter illegal or unauthorised activities in relation to illegal waste.
- Respond to complaints, providing excellent customer service through the provision of timely action and accurate information and education in relation to the objectives of Ranger Services.
- Enforce legislation in accordance with the delegated authority for the position. This includes conducting investigations, obtaining evidence, issuing orders, notices and warnings; initiating court action, and keeping accurate records.
- Participate in the development of enforcement programs and operational plans.
- Assist emergency services agencies during emergencies.

**Skills & Experience**
In order to be successful in the position, you will be/ possess:

- Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services) or equivalent.
- Experience in a similar discipline.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation and policy.
- Eligible for Justice of the Peace appointment.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Current Class C Driver’s Licence
- Proof of Australian residency or citizenship, or authority to work in Australia (visa)

This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 5 or 8.

Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.

**About Shoalhaven City Council**
Shoalhaven City Council is a dynamic organisation serving a large and diverse community; limitless opportunity exists for an exciting and rewarding career. The Shoalhaven is located just 2 hours from Sydney and 2.5 hours from Canberra. The Shoalhaven is home to 104,000 people and comprises of 49 unique towns and villages. It is a place of great natural beauty and offers an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance.

**Benefits**
We are committed to creating a positive culture and strong team environment, and offer a range of benefits:

- Generous Leave Entitlements
- Long Service Leave After 5 Years
- 9 Day Fortnight for Outdoor Staff
- Flexitime for Indoor Staff
- Remote Working Arrangements
- Fitness Passport
- Novated Lease Arrangements
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Training and Development Programs

**How to Apply**

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.
- At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
- Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
- What experience do you have preparing formal documentation? i.e. letters, reports etc
- How do you deal with pressure or stressful situations?
- This position requires an NSW Working With Children Check, please provide your Working With Children Check number.

**Contact**: Jodie Parnell - Team Supervisor - Animal Shelter - 02 4429 3640

**Applications Close**: Thursday, 17 August 2023 (at Midnight)