SynopsisJoin Our Team as a Community Compliance Officer – Make a Real Impact in the Rural City of Wangaratta!Permanent Full Time | $74,011 per annum + superAbout UsAt the Rural City of Wangaratta, we are more than just an organisation – we're a community. Nestled in the heart of Victoria's picturesque high country, we pride ourselves on supporting our staff and delivering exceptional service to our customers. Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes and vibrant city life, Wangaratta offers an ideal balance of work, leisure, and adventure.The OpportunityThe Rural City of Wangaratta is on the lookout for a highly motivated and experienced Community Compliance Officer to join our dynamic team. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to play a key role in enhancing the safety, well-being, and overall quality of life for our vibrant community.As a Community Compliance Officer, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our local laws are followed, and you will have the chance to make a direct impact on a range of areas that matter most to our residents, including Livestock and Domestic Animal Control, Parking, Public Safety, and Property Protection. Your role will involve educating the community, conducting investigations, and enforcing regulations with care and understanding.We Are Looking For Someone Who Is Patient and Resilient – able to manage challenging situations with professionalism and empathy A Strong Communicator – with the ability to explain laws clearly and work effectively with the community Customer-Focused – committed to delivering outstanding service and building positive relationships In return, you’ll gain the satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference in the lives of residents, ensuring a safer, more compliant environment, and helping the community thrive.If you have the skills, experience, and passion to help protect and improve the lives of others, this is your chance to be part of something truly rewarding.Why Work for Rural City of Wangaratta?Joining our team comes with a variety of exciting benefits, including: Inclusive, supportive, and nurturing work environment Ongoing training and professional development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals Corporate benefits, including flu injections and reduced gym memberships Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support If you are interested, a detailed Position Description is available below and further enquiries about this position should be directed to Celeste Brockwell, Manager: Economic Development, Environment & Compliance on c.brockwell@wangaratta.vic.gov.au.Applications close at 3pm on Monday, 17th March 2025. Rural City of Wangaratta is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. Employment applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. In addition, applications for positions that work with children must provide referees who can comment on their experience working with children. These roles also require a valid Working with Children Check and all roles require a National Criminal History Check. When Submitting Your Application, You Will Need To Include Your current contact details; A cover letter to your application. This document is an introduction to your application and will generally include an outline as to why you have applied for the role; A current resume with a minimum of two current referees; A letter stating how you meet the key selection criteria, providing evidence that clearly demonstrates what you have achieved in relation to the position. It is helpful to use each selection criteria as a heading and then explain how your skills and experience meet that criterion; and Copies of any relevant qualifications or licence.