Animal Control Officer
The Organisation
At Rangitīkei District Council we celebrate individuality. Diversity is at the heart of what we do, and we believe in bringing together thoughts, perspectives, and expression from all kinds of backgrounds. People are key to building the best organisation and providing the best services for our community. We mean it when we say we want to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where we value all different types of experiences. Our team strive to create a space and culture where you feel like you belong.
Our commitment is to provide our staff with every opportunity for training and development to not only ensure that they are at the top of their professions, but to encourage a balance between work and play that allows you to enjoy life.
Our vision is to make this place home.
Values
We are driven by our values.
We aim to be an outstanding place to work, where people feel a sense of common purpose and take pride in what we accomplish.
Our smaller structure means when you join RDC you can make a real difference. Our close-knit team have an impact on one another and the local community every day.
If you are interested in getting involved in new and exciting opportunities, there is always support available to help you stretch and achieve your goals.
The Role
We are on the lookout for someone to join our established, close-knit and very supportive Animal Control Team. This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) on a rostered system, which includes on-call and weekend work. While you will be based in Marton, you will be required to travel throughout the Rangitikei and Manawatu Districts.
You will have a collaborative and inclusive style, along with your outstanding communication, influencing and relationship building skills to ensure that our animal control services are delivered effectively.
This is a dynamic role where you will find yourself out in the field dealing with everything from wondering stock, to unregistered dogs.
We are keen to hear from suitable candidates who have, or can develop, what we are looking for.
You’ll be joining an established Animal Control Team, reporting through to the Manager Animal Control.
What you'll do
- Action requests for service and complaints as required by relevant legislation and Council policies
- Undertake dog and animal impound functions
- Maintain the pounds to ensure they meet all animal welfare requirements
- Keep up to date with new legislation and updates
- Issue infringement notices where appropriate to ensure statutory requirements
- Conclude property inspections for good owner classifications
- Prepare documents for court proceedings and court attendance when required
What we're looking for
- A qualification appropriate to perform the duties and appropriate experience, or be prepared to undertake training necessary to obtain such a qualification.
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a team environment or without supervision
- A working knowledge of local government legislation. Examples but not limited to: Local Government Act 2001, Dog Control Act 1996, Impounding Act 1955 and related regulations
- A working knowledge of relevant Council by-laws, policies and District Plan
- Ability to give advice and when necessary to educate the general public on animal husbandry and relevant statutory requirements
- Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to new technology and software in a continuously changing environment
- Liaise with other agencies in matters relating to animal welfare
- A current driver’s license
- A current NZ Firearms license
- Ability to work overtime when required/travel away overnight/respond during emergency situations
- Ability to work rostered weekends
Benefits
- Flexible and remote working options
- Personalised career and development plans
- Individual training allowances
- Tailored wellness benefits
- Access to wellbeing resources and workplace support
- Annual Closedown Leave
- Paid Partners Leave
The closing date for this role is 5.00 pm on Sunday 23 April 2023.
For any enquiries about this role please contact Alan King at alan.king@rangitikei.govt.nz.
The Rangitīkei District Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.