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Community Laws Officer

Whitehorse City CouncilMelbourne, Victoria, Australia

17 days ago

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Salary $78,077 - $89,299 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation
19 day month avalable
Commuter Use Vehicle
2 Full Time Opportunities

Job Description

Salary $78,077 - $89,299 per annum + 11.5% Superannuation

19 day month avalable

Commuter Use Vehicle

2 Full Time Opportunities

At Whitehorse City Council, community is at the heart of everything we do. To stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of the community, the organisation is undertaking an exciting transformation journey that will transform ways of working and will empower employees to be innovative and constantly striving towards providing excellent customer experience at all times. The five pillars of our transformation focus on :

Excellent Customer Experience and Service Delivery

Great Organisational Culture

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

Good Governance and Integrity

Long Term Financial Sustainability

The role :

A Community Laws Officer contributes to protecting the Whitehorse community and Council assets by administrating and enforcing a range of various Acts and Regulations including investigations relating to safety and amenity, animal management, local laws, nuisance issues, litter, building site safety, fire prevention and more. This role works directly with the community to resolve issues. , provide advice on regulatory obligations and take appropriate enforcement action where necessary to maintain public safety.

About you :

We’re looking for a capable and community minded professional with strong investigation skills, sound legislative knowledge, and the ability to manage complex cases from start to finish to ensure a safe Whitehorse community.

A Certificate IV in Statutory Compliance / Animal Management is desirable (or willing to obtain), or you bring substantial relevant experience in regulatory compliance,

You have strong knowledge of relevant legislation and industry standards,

Experience or capability to work with and handle animals

Skilled in conducting interviews, investigating breaches, and preparing thorough briefs of evidence.

A strategic thinker and effective problem solver, with sound analytical skills and the ability to develop practical solutions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in preparing reports, correspondence, and documentation.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with members of the community

Holds a current Victorian driver’s

In return, we will offer :

The ability to make a difference - Working at Whitehorse City Council you contribute to making a real difference in the lives of the community and those that live, learn, work or visit Whitehorse. Every day you really will see how the work you're involved in benefits the diverse community.

Great working conditions – a professional environment, friendly and supportive teams and a flexibility program that promotes employee work life balance.

An extensive Health and Wellbeing offering – Employee assistance program, private health insurance benefits, health checks (skin, hearing and vaccinations), discounted gym membership and facilities (e.g. Theatre, Arts, Leisure) and an active health and wellness program (e.g. stretching, healthy eating demonstrations and health challenges.

Career opportunities – engaging work and the opportunity to apply your skills and experience.

Transformation - We are in a time of transformation to stay ahead of the evolving changes and needs of our community. Together, we are on an exciting journey to empower all of our employees to be innovative, and constantly strive towards continuous improvement.

Reward & Recognition - extensive reward and recognition program, corporate learning offerings, study assistance and comprehensive leadership development programs.

Further Information :

Further information is available from Jessica Seivers Coordinator Community Laws on 9262 6394. Applications must address the key selection criteria contained in the position description. Applications close 6 July 2025.

Come and join the transformation!

Download the Position Description :

Community Laws Officer

City of Whitehorse is a culturally and linguistically diverse community. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of our community. We are committed to upholding a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace that values the contribution of all.

Whitehorse City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation. We recognise our responsibilities to keep children and young people safe from harm and have established policies, procedures and training to achieve these commitments.

About Us

The City of Whitehorse, located 15 kilometres east of the Melbourne CBD, is a culturally diverse community of almost 177,000 people. Whitehorse includes the suburbs of Box Hill, Burwood, Nunawading, Blackburn, Mitcham, Forest Hill and Vermont and is characterised by quiet tree-lined residential streets, an abundance of parks, gardens and natural bushland reserves, bustling shopping centres and a diverse range of arts, cultural, sports and leisure facilities.

Whitehorse City Council provides more than 100 services and facilities across a range of areas within our community services, city development, infrastructure, corporate services and transformation directorates. Whitehorse is one of Melbourne’s largest metropolitan councils with a workforce of approximately 1300 employees and aspires to foster an inclusive, vibrant, prosperous and sustainable community. Our employees help us achieve these goals!

At Whitehorse, employee health, wellbeing and development are paramount, and we aim for everyone to become the best they can be in the workplace. Benefits of working with us include :

A welcoming and supportive working environment

Great opportunities for training and to build a long-term career within Whitehorse or the local government sector.

Extensive employee health and wellbeing programs including flexible working arrangements

Salary sacrifice options for gym / swim memberships, childcare and superannuation; and access to novated vehicle leases.

Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Ample onsite parking at most facilities with ready access to public transport

Active Social Club with a calendar of events through the year

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

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