Vacancy Details

Team Leader Compliance

  • Full Time - Permanent role
  • Salary starting at $93,941.27 plus superannuation
  • Great work-life balance | Flexible working options available

Wodonga Council is a local government organisation servicing one of Victoria’s fastest-growing regional cities, located in North East Victoria.

We offer the perfect balance of career growth, a regional lifestyle, and access to a vibrant city. Working with a growing and engaged community, Wodonga Council’s programs and services are designed to deliver its vision for our city, our people, and our future.

We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, appreciated, and encouraged. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities, individuals with disabilities, and people of all ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds. We welcome applications from veterans. If you wish to discuss your application with our People Team, please contact hr@wodonga.vic.gov.au

What we will offer

Career development
At Wodonga Council, we offer continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills or advance your career, we support your career development every step of the way.

Leave entitlements
Our organisation values work-life balance and offers generous and flexible leave entitlements to support your needs. We understand that access to time away from work when you need it will optimise the time spent in the office.

Flexible work options (where applicable)
Enjoy generous and flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, including adaptable hours and remote working opportunities.

Location – onsite
This role will require you to be onsite during working hours.

EAP, fitness program, health and wellbeing initiatives
Join our team and take advantage of Fitness Passport, find support in the Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy a range of health and well-being initiatives designed to support your physical and mental wellness.

The role

As Team Leader Compliance, you will lead and direct a diverse team in ensuring community adherence to relevant state and local laws. This includes implementing proactive enforcement strategies, conducting targeted interventions, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within your team. You will represent the organisation in legal proceedings, advocating for the community's interests, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and best practices

Key aspects of the role include:

  • Lead and manage a team of professionals in effectively responding to all animal and local law complaints.
  • Conduct thorough investigations and inspections to determine the validity of complaints.
  • Actively pursue the resolution of complaints, including enforcement actions as required.
  • Coordinate and provide direction to staff in relation to parking control operations.
  • Direct and supervise Assistant MFPOs in responding to fire control complaints and implementing corrective actions to safeguard the community.
  • Oversee school crossing coordinator functions to ensure the safety of children.
  • Liaise with legal professionals to prepare comprehensive briefs of evidence for prosecution and provide legal guidance and support to Council staff.

Key Selection Criteria

Our ideal candidate will be able to show us the following:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or an equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience working in a local government compliance environment.
  • Strong team player with a high level of emotional intelligence, critical self-awareness, and sound judgement.
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to use initiative, investigate issues, collect and analyze data, and make recommendations on solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and manage a large and diverse team.

How to Apply

Visit our website www.wodonga.vic.gov.au/careers and use the “apply” button to commence your application.

Applicants will be required to:

  • Complete an online form and address the key selection criteria as outlined above.
  • Upload a brief cover letter.
  • Upload a current resume.

Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will be required to provide:

  • A copy of a recent National Police Check (less than 3 months old).
  • A current driver’s licence.
  • Any other mandatory requirements outlined in the position description (e.g., first aid, CPR, WWCC, forklift).
  • Evidence regarding the right to work in Australia if applicable.
  • Completion of a pre-employment functional assessment (paid for by the council) if required.

Enquiries

Simon Maughan – Manager Statutory Services
Email: smaughan@wodonga.vic.gov.au
Phone: 0400 886 344

Applications close at 11.59 pm on Monday 27th January 2025.

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