RANGER 20/05:03

Looking to contribute to our success, meet

challenges head on and work collaboratively?

WE OFFER Full-time, permanent role, working a 9-day fortnight Additional long service leave after 10 years’ service Training in relation to Companion Animal, Regulatory

and Biosecurity functions Salary range: $1011.60 - $1213.92 gross per week

YOUR CONTRIBUTION Provide an efficient Ranger Service to Council and the ratepayers ensuring compliance in regulatory and legislative requirements.

LODGING YOUR APPLICATION Obtain a job vacancy pack by contacting Human Resources on (02) 6830 8000, email hr@bourke.nsw.gov.au or go to our website: www.bourke.nsw.gov.au

Applications close 4pm, Friday 29th May 2020.

BOURKE SHIRE COUNCIL

POSITION RANGER

Reports to MANAGER ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Department ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

Band/Level 2/1

Grade 3

Date revised JUNE 2018

This position description broadly describes the accountabilities, duties and conduct of an

employee of Bourke Shire Council. The role will evolve and change over time, in line with the

changing strategic and operational requirements and outcomes of the organisation.

Primary Purpose

This role is accountable for delivering efficient and effective Ranger services that enhance

public health, safety and amenity and complies with regulatory and legislative requirements

Council Values

Council’s values of Openness, Honesty, Respect, Accountability, Objectiveness, Leadership,

Selflessness and Integrity guide the decisions, actions and conduct of all employees.

Core Accountabilities

Implement and administer the provisions of relevant legislation and regulation to ensure

Council complies with its responsibilities.

Undertake patrols and inspections and regulate companion animals, including but not

limited to breaches of legislation, dog attacks, barking dogs and the seizure of animals.

Undertake patrols and regulate controlled lands and property to ensure they are free

from abandoned vehicles, illegal advertising, waste dumping and other obstructions.

Operate Council’s pound and monitor the use of Council stock yards, ensuring animals

are managed humanely and in accordance with relevant legislation and regulation.

Investigate and resolve complaints, including matters received through Council’s after

hours notification system, promptly and fairly.

Issue penalty infringement notices or formal warnings for non-compliance matters.

Assist with Council’s public education and awareness programs and campaigns.

As required assist with the control and management of Biosecurity weed functions or the

operation of Council’s Waste Depot or Cemetery.

Take accountability for actions and comply with reasonable instructions, training and

communication to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all persons.

The incumbent is required to undertake any other duties, projects or tasks as directed by the

General Manager, which are within his/her skills, competence and training.

The incumbent is to comply with the organisation’s Code of Conduct, policies and

procedures (as varied from time to time) and undertake training and development where it

improves the employee’s capability and capacity to undertake the inherent requirements of

the role to the standard expected by Council.

Essential Criteria

1. Demonstrated experience working with and managing domestic animals and livestock.

2. Eligible to obtain and hold a category AB firearms licence.

3. Effective interpersonal and communication skills: record keeping, report writing, dispute

resolution.

4. Demonstrated experience using the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Outlook, Word

and Excel.

5. Class C Drivers Licence.

Desirable Criteria

1. Commitment to undertake Certificate IV in Local Government (Regulatory Services)

2. Effective dispute resolution/public relation skills.

3. Previous or current Local Government experience

Position Capabilities

Capability Group Capability Description Level

Personal Attributes

Be accountable for investing in own growth, acting with integrity and displaying resilience.

Highly Advanced

Relationships

Be respectful, inclusive and collaborative in engaging with others to address issues and deliver for the community.

Highly Advanced

Results

Be planned and responsive to organisational priorities and develop pragmatic solutions to deliver quality outcomes.

Advanced

Resources

Be efficient, effective and compliant in the management and use of assets, finance and contracts.

Advanced

Workforce Leadership

Be accountable for providing direction, developing capability and leading effective approaches to meet organisational priorities now and into the future.

Advanced

Date:

Agreed:

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Employee Name Employee Signature

HOW TO APPLY GUIDE

Bourke Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and applies merit-based

selection techniques. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all people. We are committed to providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please read this information carefully as it will help you to understand Council’s selection process and will assist you in preparing your application.

YOUR APPLICATION Make sure you read the job vacancy information pack and if you have questions, ask. If you believe your abilities, qualifications, experience, attributes and standard of work performance match the job requirements, submit an application. Your application should include:

☐ A brief covering letter, addressed to the General Manager, introducing yourself to the organisation.

☐ A response for each of the essential and desirable criteria.

☐ Contact details for at least two referees, preferably your direct manager or supervisor.

☐ Your resume. Be sure to include your phone and email contact details.

SELECTION PROCESS Our recruitment process includes:

☐ Deciding who will be interviewed - the information you provide is used to decide how well your abilities,

qualifications, experience, attributes and standard of work performance meet the selection criteria. You will be contacted by telephone if you progress to an interview. You will also be told if testing is part of the selection process.

☐ Interviews – a panel will select the preferred candidates. A face-to-face interview is best but if required can

be conducted via Skype or phone. You will be required to bring the original documentation of qualifications, licences or tickets. You will also be required to provide proof of your right to work in Australia.

☐ Referee checks – you will need to provide at least two referees who we can contact by phone. We will only

contact these referees after you have given us permission to do so. Other verification checks may also be required such as qualification or Working with Children checks.

☐ Pre-employment medical – all positions require a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol

testing. Council will make the medical arrangements.

☐ All applicants are notified of the outcome – If you attend an interview but you are unsuccessful, you will be

notified by telephone and then in writing. All other applicants will be notified in writing.

LODGING YOUR APPLICATION All applications are to be marked ‘Private and Confidential’ and indicate the position reference number. To be

valid applications must be received by the closing date and time.

Applications can be lodged by:

☐ Email – hr@bourke.nsw.gov.au

☐ Post – General Manager - Confidential

Bourke Shire Council

PO Box 21

BOURKE NSW 2840

☐ In person – hand delivered to Council’s office at 29 Mitchell Street Bourke marked “Confidential”

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