Local Laws Officer

Job title : Local Laws Officer
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1660021
Join a dynamic local council’s Civic Services team as a Local Laws Officer, helping deliver a responsive, professional, and community-focused local laws service. This hands-on role involves investigating complaints, promoting compliance, and educating residents on local laws, animal management, and community safety.

What you’ll do:
  • Educate residents on Local Laws, Animal Management, and Parking compliance.
  • Investigate and resolve issues such as dumped rubbish, overhanging vegetation, unsightly properties, and unauthorised land use.
  • Issue warnings, infringements, and prepare documentation for potential prosecutions.
  • Conduct park patrols, manage animal collections, and support community events.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams, Victoria Police, and the Magistrates Court.
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain accurate reports and records.
What we’re looking for:
  • Industry-recognised qualification in animal management, enforcement, local laws, justice, or similar.
  • Sound knowledge of relevant Acts, regulations, and council by-laws.
  • Proven experience in compliance or law enforcement roles, ideally in local government.
  • Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills with a customer-first approach.
  • Physical capability to walk long distances and safely handle animals.
  • Current Victorian driver’s licence, police check, and Working with Children Check.
Why you’ll love it:
  • Work that directly contributes to community wellbeing and safety.
  • Supportive, inclusive workplace built on integrity and teamwork.
  • Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
  • Varied work across different community settings – no two days are the same.
If you’re ready to make a difference in your community and thrive in a dynamic, people-focused role, apply now.