Fixed Term until June 2027
The Position
The Local Law Officer will work collaboratively to provide advice, education, guidance and enforcement within the community on issues relating to animals, nuisances, regulated parking and other local law matters.
The Local Law Officer conducts regulatory inspections on activities in public areas. These activities seek legislative and legal compliance and entail duties such as undertaking investigations on compliance issues, documenting actions and issuing permits.
Based in Innisfail or Tully with regular travel around the region, the Local Law Officer will also attend community events and be a part of an after-hours on-call roster.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate, providing a chance for development through on-the-job mentoring and a certified training qualification.
About You
You will be a confident and motivated individual with a positive attitude toward learning new skills. You bring strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, along with a curious mindset that supports the interpretation and application of legislation. This will enable you to quickly build knowledge of relevant Acts and Local Laws to achieve positive outcomes for the community.
You will work both independently and as part of a collaborative local laws team, using your strong computer and written communication skills to manage systems, case notes and reports. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, career development and the benefits of working in local government—so if this sounds like you, apply now.
Employment Benefits
Salary packaging opportunities for vehicles, rent, mortgages, electricity and gas
Employee Assistance Program: Eudoxia
Apply Now
All applications must be submitted via the Cassowary Coast Regional Council website by 9am, Monday, 16 February 2026.
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) addressing the selection criteria and the reason you are the ‘best fit’ for this role
Current Resume showcasing relevant skills, experience and qualifications.
Successful applicants will be required to complete a drug and alcohol test and criminal history check to ensure your 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 & Culture, P: (07) 4030 2216 or E: [email protected]
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.
Yearly based
Rankin Street, Queensland
Rankin Street, Queensland
