Animal Ranger

Salary: $78,089.64 per annum (plus industry allowance)Closing: Friday 21 November 2025Full time - Permanent Are you passionate about animal management and welfare? We’re inviting applications for a permanent Animal Ranger position within our dynamic team. We’re looking for someone who shares our values around responsible pet ownership and animal welfare, and who can deliver high-quality customer service through innovation and collaboration. Responsibilities As an Animal Ranger, you will work closely with the community and be responsible for: Delivering a range of animal management services, including applying the Domestic Animal Management Plan and Emergency Animal Welfare Plan. Promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare through education and enforcement, in line with relevant legislation, codes of practice, Council policies, procedures, and internal plans. Investigating breaches of legislation, issuing infringements, notices and warnings, collecting evidence, and preparing reports for legal proceedings. Handling and capturing a variety of domestic animals, including dogs, cats, and livestock. Protecting the community and environment from feral, nuisance, or wandering domestic animals and livestock. Assisting with the operation of the Shepparton Animal Shelter. To Thrive in this Role Be confident in interpreting and applying legislation, with sound judgement and decision‑making skills in law enforcement activities. Have best‑practice animal handling skills, or the ability and willingness to learn. Be a collaborative team player, adaptable to new processes and procedures. Be committed to delivering excellent customer service and community education. Required Qualifications and Experience Current Victorian Driver Licence National Police Check Working with Children Check Desirable Qualifications and Experience Experience or qualifications in animal management, animal welfare, veterinary services, law enforcement, or community education will be highly regarded. Please note: This role may require work outside normal business hours, including responding to declared emergencies. Compensation will be adjusted for overtime and emergency duties. For further information about this position, please contact Naomi Harrington, Coordinator - Animal Ranger, on . About Greater Shepparton City Council Greater Shepparton City Council is a dynamic local government organisation serving more than 69,000 residents in Victoria’s Goulburn Valley, a prime agricultural region and thriving hub for families and businesses. We deliver over 100 impactful services—including maternal and child health, Council‑run childcare centres, parks, sport & recreation, and the Aquamoves aquatic & leisure centre. Greater Shepparton is one of Victoria’s most culturally rich regional communities. Working here means joining an inclusive workforce that values diverse perspectives and supports every employee to thrive both personally and professionally in a community. #J-18808-Ljbffr