Community Laws Officer
Local government opportunity. Looking for a role that focuses on community engagement & education? Initial contract with a view for long term work
Summary about this job
Government - Local
Company: Charterhouse
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Contract/Temp
Salary: $30 - $35
Phone: +61-2-4141-1614
Fax: +61-2-9202-1826
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Detail information about job Community Laws Officer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Do you have what it takes to make a difference? Are you customer focused? Are you looking for a role that will allow to work outdoors and liaise with members of the community on a daily basis? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.
This large, metropolitan council have an exciting opportunity for a Community Laws/ Local Laws Officer to assist their busy team. This opportunity is a 3 month contract in the first instance, but with a view for longer term opportunities.
Officers are required to enforce council bylaws and legislation pertaining to issues or permits surrounding overhanging vegetation, litter prevention, footpath trading & nuisance complaints, etc. This council is focused on education and customer service, so strong stakeholder engagement skills will be key. The role can offer some flexible working, including early morning starts & overtime may be required.
If you have experience within the field and hold a Cert IV in Local Government Compliance, you will be looked upon favouarbly, as you will bring your thorough knowledge of legislation to the role. Candidates will similar experience within a community facing role will also be considered. You will have the facility to educate the community on their rights and responsibilities towards local laws legislation, and promote understanding and corporation, therefore the successful candidate with have excellent verbal and written communication and be able to management their time effectively.
This role is varied and will suit someone who is flexible and who can work autonomously as well as part of a team. Candidates must have a full clean drivers license. If you are a hard-working individual with a desire to continue working for local government, please APPLY today. For more information please contact [email protected]. If this role is not quite right for you but you are interested in other opportunities within local government, please do not hesitate to contact the team on 03 8610 6100.