Ranger Team Leader

At the City of Stirling, we’re proud to be WA’s largest local government, serving over 243,000 residents with more than 200 community-focused services. With a workforce of 1,500, we’re committed to building an inclusive, capable and future-ready organisation. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and offer a workplace where flexibility, wellbeing and growth are more than just words - they’re how we work.

Team Leader Ranger

Community Safety | Community Development Directorate
Salary from $104,373.21 per annum plus 15% shift allowance (based on experience)
Full Time Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader Ranger to lead a team of Rangers delivering visible, responsive and professional community safety services across the City. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to combine operational expertise with people leadership in a dynamic and community-focused environment. [Position D...r 20241011 | PDF]

Why You’ll Love This Role

Reporting to the Coordinator Ranger and Patrol Services, you will lead and support a team responsible for the administration and enforcement of State legislation, Local Laws and community safety initiatives. You will provide leadership, coaching and operational direction while maintaining a strong customer focus and commitment to service excellence and positive community outcomes.

You’ll also play a hands-on role in supporting safe, responsible and compassionate animal management across the City. From caring for impounded animals and helping reunite pets with their owners, to supporting registrations, compliance and rehoming outcomes, your work will make a visible difference to animals, residents and the wider community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of Rangers.
• Managing team performance, rostering and operational priorities.
• Providing expert advice on complex ranger, compliance and community safety matters.
• Leading investigations and enforcement activities under relevant legislation and Local Laws.
• Reviewing investigation files and prosecution recommendations.
• Coordinating responses to animal management issues including dangerous dogs, dog attacks, nuisance complaints and animal welfare concerns.
• Providing support and guidance on the capture, impoundment and management of stray, unregistered and aggressive animals.
• Overseeing compliance with the Dog Act, Cat Act and associated regulations.
• Managing complex community safety and animal-related enquiries from residents and stakeholders.
• Supporting emergency management and Fire Control Officer duties during critical incidents.
• Monitoring service delivery outcomes and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Building positive relationships with community members, external agencies and key stakeholders.

About You

You are an experienced Local Government Ranger with strong leadership capability and a passion for delivering positive community outcomes.

To be successful, you will possess:

• Certificate in Municipal Law Enforcement (or equivalent)
• Bush Fire Control Officer certification
• Extensive experience in Local Government law enforcement, investigations and prosecutions
• Demonstrated experience leading and coaching operational teams
• Strong knowledge of relevant Local Government legislation and compliance practices
• Highly developed communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Sound problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise professional judgement
• Experience in animal management and handling
• Current C Class Driver's Licence
• National Police Clearance (or ability to obtain).

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Grow With Us – Leadership and professional development programs
• Rewarding You – Boosted superannuation and extra leave options
• Feel Your Best – Gym discounts, therapy dogs, and wellness perks

Ready to Make a Real Impact?
If you’re ready to combine practical animal care with meaningful community service, we’d love to hear from you. Join a team that helps keep our community safe while supporting positive outcomes for animals and their owners.

Questions? Reach out to Michael Leonard on 0409 918 ***

Applications close: Sunday 6 September 11:59pm (We may begin interviews before the closing date, so don’t wait!) http://www.stirling.wa.gov.au/employment

The City embraces its diverse workforce by supporting work-life balance and offering opportunities for progression and development. Here at City of Stirling we celebrate and support inclusion and diversity.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the City of Stirling, the Wadjak People of the Nyoongar Nation, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of Australia. We will act with compassion and respect towards all people and value people of all abilities, ages, religions, faiths, sexualities, gender identity and cultural backgrounds.