Cassowary Coast Regional Council
Team Leader Local Laws
Closes: 31 Dec
Description
- $79,524 - $89,400 p.a. commensurate with skills & experience
- 5 Weeks Annual Leave
- Monthly RDO
The Position
The Team Leader Local Laws, reporting directly to the Manager Regulatory Services will work collaboratively to enhance community compliance with Council’s local laws and nominated state legislation, improve operational processes and provide training and guidance to the Local Law team. The Team Leader Local Laws will have experience in the enforcement of legislation and the ability to conduct investigations with a high level of professionalism. The position requires exemplary communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Outcomes
The Team Leader Local Laws will contribute to the overall success of the following key outcomes for Council:
- Review business processes relevant to the Local Laws section to identify and realise operational efficiencies and continuous improvement.
- Coordinate positive customer interactions & experience relating to Local Law areas of operation.
- Ensure the risk of adverse legal action relating to enforcement of local laws is negated.
- Provide operational leadership of the Local Law Team.
- Provide development leadership of the Local Law team.
About You
You have demonstrated high level of communication and negotiation skills at least 5 years of experiences as a Local Law Officer or equivalent position, and at least 2 years experience as a Senior Local Law Officer or Local Laws Team Leader. You have experience investigating complex issues relating to animal management and other local law areas of operation and the ability to supervise the day to day operations of a Local Laws team, ensuring a high standard of customer service and dispute resolution.
Additionally, you hold minimum Certificate IV in Local Government Investigations or similar relevant qualification, reside within the Cassowary Coast region and have a current ‘C’ class drivers licence.
Employee Benefits
- Monthly RDO
- 5 weeks annual leave
- 15 days personal leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Salary packaging opportunities for vehicles, rent, mortgages, electricity and gas
- 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
- Corporate wardrobe / PPE provided
- Fitness Passport Wellness Program for you and your family
- Professional development
- A collaborative and supportive work environment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on your local community
Our Council
It is an exciting time to be part of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council, our commitment to a shared set of values offers great experiences through the building of a dynamic and inclusive workplace and community culture.
Council’s 2021-2025 Corporate Plan outlines the overarching vision for the Cassowary Coast region is ‘to provide great experiences, deliver value and create a sustainable future for our community.’ - One Coast, Cassowary Coast.
Our Region
Nestled between one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics rainforest, is the beautiful Cassowary Coast Region. Consisting of coastal and hinterland communities with 30,000 residents across the major townships of Cardwell, Mission Beach, Tully and Innisfail.
Apply Now
All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 7.30pm Monday, 14 October 2024.
On our website, review further position information and submit your application via the Apply button for this role, ensuring you include:
- Cover Letter (max 2-3 pages) and the reason you are the ‘best fit’ for this role
- Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications
- Current Licences/Qualifications, relevant to this role
Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol screen and a full medical to ensure their fitness to perform the requirements of this position.
Any Questions
If you have questions after reading the information on our website, or you are having difficulty viewing the position online, please contact us:
People & Safety, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: recruitment@ccrc.qld.gov.au
Cassowary Coast Regional Council is strengthened by diversity and we celebrate our inclusive workplace culture that brings great value to our organisation and community as a whole. We promote and apply equality of opportunity throughout our recruitment process and encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
This includes people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally, religiously and linguistically diverse people, young people, older people, women, and people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer.