Compliance Officer (Enforcement Officer)
Job No:
0421026
Location:
Kingston
Position: Position Number 000042
Department: Governance, Recreation and Property Services
Employment Status: Fixed-term, Full-time
Location: Kingston, Civic Centre
Salary range: $76,277 - $90,029 + 12.5% superannuation
About this position:
Fixed Term - 6 Month Parental Leave Cover
Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Compliance Unit in a 6-month parental leave cover role.
The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity to undertake a Certificate IV in Government Investigations (if not already held), while working within a professional team responsible for the enforcement of regulations and local laws relating to animal management, fire prevention, nuisances, parking and the non-technical conditions of planning, development and building approvals.
As a Compliance Officer, you will:
- Enjoy a diverse role with a mix of office-based and outdoor work.
- Provide courteous, professional and high-quality customer service.
- Educate residents and the broader community to improve understanding of compliance requirements.
- Contribute to the safety, amenity and wellbeing of our community.
- Undertake animal management duties, including patrols and pound maintenance.
- Conduct investigations and respond to customer requests, enquiries and complaints.
- Assist in the enforcement of Council regulations, local laws and relevant legislation.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- An understanding of, and ability to interpret and apply, relevant legislation.
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
- The ability to prepare accurate reports and professional correspondence.
- Confidence and aptitude to work with animals, particularly dogs.
- Availability to participate in an after-hours and weekend roster.
- Certificate IV in Government Investigations, (desirable)
Further details:
The role is Fixed-term full-time with a salary in the range of $76,277 - $90,029 per annum, depending on skills and experience plus 12.5% employer superannuation contribution.
The successful candidate will be required to undertake rostered on call support during evenings, weekends and public holidays. A phone and vehicle are provided for after-hours on-call, as well as a daily on call allowance of $51.00 per day (2024-25 financial year), and applicable overtime rates for callouts.
For more information, please contact Monique Wright, Coordinator Compliance on (03) 6211 8200.
How to apply:
- Before you begin, please ensure you have read the Position Description which includes the Key Selection Criteria. Please see our Applicant’s Guide to further assist you with applying.
- Applications must be submitted by using the online form on Council’s website. You can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your completed application.
- Employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks, which may include the following:
- National Police check,
- Right to Work in Australia check,
- Reference checks,
- Health assessment including drug and alcohol testing,
- Working with Vulnerable People registration.
- It is recommended that the incumbent be immunised in accordance with Council’s Staff Immunisation Policy (vaccines may include Tetanus and Hepatitis A and B).
Applications close on Sunday 15, November 2026.
The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing, and prevent harm to children and young people. Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.
