Community Engagement Officer Dog Control

2 days ago

Auckland, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

Highly rewarding
Public safety and collaborative focused
Permanent Full time
He angitutanga: The opportunity
In this highly rewarding role, you will be making a difference in our local communities, by reducing dog related harm and nuisance and helping us make dogs a positive part of Aucklanders' lives.
You will be joining the Proactive Animal Management team, which has a strong focus on community engagement and education whilst also undertaking intelligence led enforcement operations to enhance responsible dog ownership and compliance with the Dog Control Act 1996.
With the support of a large team, you will work proactively to deliver targeted compliance initiatives across Tamaki Makaurau with a focus in our high-risk suburbs. This may involve some aggressive dog handling and de-escalation skills, and you will also participate in public speaking and community engagement events.
Our office is based in Manukau . This role is primarily Monday-Friday with occasional weekend work required.
He korero mou: About you
We need a conscientious, community-minded person like you to ensure public safety and compliance. The key to your success is being able to form strong relationships and connections, providing quality advice and support to a wide range of stakeholders, and providing exceptional service to nga whanau me nga hapori (families and communities).
This role suits individuals with strong public speaking or public-facing compliance backgrounds, who are passionate about positive outcomes for the community, can demonstrate local community knowledge, cultural awareness, strong public speaking and community engagement skills, customer service and conflict management skills, a calm empathetic approach to resolving situations, and dealing with aggressive dogs. Training will be provided.
A current, full clean NZ driver's licence is required.
Nga ahuatanga kei a matou: What we offer
We work across our diverse communities in Tamaki Makaurau Auckland to minimise harm and nuisance from dogs and other animals and provide essential services such as dog registration and raising public awareness of responsible dog ownership and dog bite prevention strategies.
Our diverse Council business offers opportunities to move both sideways and upwards. You will also have access to our fantastic benefits scheme, including subsidised Leisure Centre membership, an annual zoo pass, and a range of partnership discounts.
If you are passionate about working in communities to drive safety and positive behaviours, Me Tono Inaianei Apply now
Applications close Friday, 1 November 2024
Watch how Animal Management Officers contribute to our Auckland community: note that the official title for this role is Proactive Animal Management Officer and the duties will vary from what is shown in the video.
Copy and paste the following link into your web browser to view the position description: role is deemed safety-sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

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