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**:$76,140.48 per annum

**Closing**:Friday 7 March 2025

**Full Time - Temporary**(To 26 May 2025)
- An exciting opportunity has opened up for the right person to fill an Animal Ranger position a period of leave from 1 March - 26 May 2025._

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

- promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare standards;
- protecting the community and environment from feral, nuisance or wandering domestic animals and livestock; and
- conducting animal management education and enforcement duties in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, Councils policies, procedures and internal plans.
- 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.

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

This role may be required to work outside normal business hours, and attend events or emergency management activities.

For further information about this position, please contact Naomi Harrington, Coordinator - Animal Rangers on 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.