Coordinator Community Safety and Compliance

• Altona location, close to public transport
• Permanent, full-time position
• Salary: Band 8 - $123,558.69 to $138,163.90 + superannuation

At Hobsons Bay City Council, we’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects our community and values. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that supports innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, and which aspires to be the exemplar of Local Government.

The opportunity

As the Coordinator Community Safety and Compliance, you’ll lead with empathy, curiosity and a commitment to best practice in a busy and high pressure regulatory environment.  Working closely with staff, contractors, partner agencies and the community, you’ll balance education with enforcement while providing clear legislative guidance and ensuring compliance activities are fair, consistent and community focused. Your strong leadership and genuine interest in improving processes will help shape a safer, more resilient and well informed and supported community.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading and managing Community Safety & Compliance operations, including local laws, animal management, parking, fire prevention and community education programs.
• Overseeing lawful, consistent enforcement of legislation, Council Local Laws and regulatory obligations.
• Managing investigations, enforcement actions and legal proceedings, including briefs of evidence and representation in courts/tribunals.
• Driving continuous improvement across staff development, compliance processes, service delivery, and operational programs.
• Providing expert legislative and compliance advice to internal stakeholders, partner agencies and the community.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong legislative knowledge across local laws, animal management, parking, fire prevention and broader local government compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience managing local laws, animal management or regulatory enforcement teams.
• Confident leadership with the ability to have difficult conversations and uplift team capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills, including community education and resolving complex or sensitive issues.
• Ability to analyse processes, facilitate improvements and drive best practice compliance outcomes.

To be considered for this role applications should include

• A maximum 2-page cover letter which should outline your interest in the role
• A current CV which includes key achievements & relevant qualifications

Uncover more about this role in the Position Description attached below, or contact the Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected]

Applications will be accepted until 11:30pm on 12 February 2025.

To ensure fairness and consistency for all applicants, we are unable to accept late submissions or submissions made via email. We appreciate your understanding and encourage timely applications via Council's online portal.

Pre-Employment Requirements 

Progressed candidates will be required to complete a National Police Record Check and a Working With Children Check (WWCC).

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 

What we can offer 

• Hybrid working flexibility, whether you're home, or in our newly renovated & spacious office facilities.
• Our central location in the Civic Centre is close to public transport, cafes and parks. Enjoy your lunch at the pier, or an afternoon walk along the lake.
• Go to the gym or ride your bike before work? Our End of Trip Facility offers bike storage and shower facilities to get you refreshed and ready to go!
• Exclusive staff access to our Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, discounted local gym membership, Reflexology sessions, Meditation, Yoga & Circuit classes, and walking & social clubs.
• Ongoing professional development support - we'll champion your growth, because your career matters to us!
• A team that’s shaping a brighter future, working together to create a sustainable, thriving community for generations to come.

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.

Attachments:

- Position Description - Coordinator Community Safety and Compliance.pdf

- Position Description - Coordinator Community Safety and Compliance.docx