Animal Ranger

**INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS**

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as 'The Food Bowl of Australia' as around 25% of the total value of Victoria's agricultural production is generated in this area.

Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

**Animal Ranger**

**Salary**:$78,424.32 per annum (plus industry allowance)
**Closing**:Friday 29 August 2025
**Full time - Permanent**

**_ Applications are invited from those who are passionate about animal management and welfare_**_for the permanent position of Animal Ranger. _**

We are seeking applicants who embrace our animal management values and can deliver quality customer service through innovation and collaboration. Working closely with the community, Animal Rangers are primarily responsible for:

- promote responsible pet ownership and animal welfare by conducting animal management education and enforcement duties in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, Council policies, procedures and internal plans;
- Conduct and/or assist in the investigation of legislation breaches, issue infringements, notices and warnings, collate evidence and prepare reports for legal proceedings;
- handling and capture of a variety of domestic animals including dogs, cats and livestock;
- promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare standards;
- protecting the community and environment from feral, nuisance or wandering domestic animals and livestock; and
- assist with the operation of the Shepparton Animal Shelter.

To be successful within the dynamic animal management team, you will:

- have best practice animal handling skills and/or the ability to learn and apply;
- be an innovative team player whilst having the flexibility to adapt to new processes and procedures; and
- be committed to delivering excellent customer service and community education within the community.

It is a prerequisite of this position that the incumbent holds and maintains a current Victorian Drivers Licence, National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

Relevant qualifications and/or experience in animal management, animal welfare, veterinary, law enforcement or community education will be highly regarded.

At times this role is required to work outside normal business hours including responding to declared emergencies with compensation as per the Greater Shepparton Enterprise Agreement.

For further information about this position, please contact Naomi Harrington, Coordinator - Animal Rangers, on (03) 5832 9700.

First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.