Animal Control Officer

2 weeks ago

Hastings, New Zealand Hastings District Council Full time

Posted: 29/05/2025
- Closing Date: 29/06/2025
- Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
- Location: Hastings
- Job Category: Animal Control
- Tihei mauri ora_
- Nau mai, haere mai, tahuti mai ki Heretaunga_
- Heretaunga haukunui, Heretaunga ararau, Heretaunga haaro te kaahu, Heretaunga takoto noa_
- Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants._

**Taitara Mahi - Animal Control Officer**
**_Permanent full-time_**

This role will suit a professional who has knowledge and experience of regulation and compliance, and applicable legislation in a local government environment. Excellent communication skills are required for this position to ensure strong advocacy within the community and public safety is upheld. Experience in successfully dealing with conflict situations to come to a resolution between affected parties is also essential.

**Ōu wheako -about you,**
To be successful in this role you will have:

- Ideally, previous experience as an Animal Control Officer or working in a regulatory environment - this is not essential though.
- Great communication and conflict resolution skills.
- The ability to deal with difficult potentially confrontational situations.
- Investigation skills, experience with legislation.
- Experience and confidence in handling aggressive dogs and stock.
- Ability to make sound decisions which are in the best interests of the community, whilst demonstrating consistency and compliance with legislation.
- Ability to think on your feet and resolve situations when they arise.
- Skills in Microsoft Office and other software.
- A full clean NZ driving licence.

Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. Are you keen to be a part of our journey?

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