At Darebin, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of how we work. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, they are central to our mission, to our impact and to help us better serve our community. We know that having varied perspectives and lived experiences helps generate better ideas to enable a diverse, inclusive and connected community.

Darebin encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in.

About Darebin City Council
Located in Melbourne’s northern suburbs, Darebin City Council is home to one of the largest, most diverse communities in terms of culture, language, religion, socio-economic background, occupation, and housing needs. The city has one of the largest populations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents in metropolitan Melbourne. Our Vision is for a community that works together to advance community life.

About the Role
The Asset Protection Officer plays an important part in protecting council assets and ensuring safety for the community. The role requires excellent communication and negotiation skills to liase across various stakeholders.
• Complete site inspections to confirm the condition of council assets
• Work alongside the community and building professionals to deliver equitable compliance on Asset Protection Permits and building sites
• Fairly enforce Council’s Local Laws and associated legislation
• Liaise within the building department and other council departments as required
• Provide accurate technical support to the public, including counter and telephone enquiries

Skills & Experience
• Demonstrated experience in an enforcement or similar role, preferably in a local government environment, and/or completion of a post-secondary qualification
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Sound knowledge of Acts and Regulations, that relate to the functions of council
• Ability to present evidence in court and prepare court documents and briefs
• Excellent problem solving and time management skills
• Computer proficiency and the ability to complete work in a digital environment
• Sound written and oral communication skills, including report writing skills

Culture
As a progressive leader in Local Government, Darebin City Council is passionate about social inclusion, sustainability, engagement and service excellence. We are proud of the diversity of our workforce and recognise the strength this provides in meeting the needs of the community we serve. We are committed to upholding a positive and supportive work environment that values the contribution of all employees and treats all employees with dignity and respect.

Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to our employees including opportunities for personal and professional development, flexible work practices, Employee Assistance Program, recognition and reward program - Appreciate Great and a variety of generous paid and unpaid leave options.

How to Apply
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your application including a resume, and those who wish to address the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description may do so in their cover letter.

We’re also happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.

Contact Nicole O’Reilly, Building Services Lead on 03 8470 8899 for a confidential discussion.

Applications close on 13th March at 11.30pm.

Darebin is committed to providing a safe working environment that embraces and values child safety, and thorough ‘Safety Screening’ processes apply.

To work at Darebin City Council, you will be required to supply proof of work rights, a Victorian Employee Working with Children Check and comply with Child Safety standards. All employees are required to undertake an Australian Criminal History Check and may be required to complete a Functional Health Assessment.

Council requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Staff Covid-19 Vaccination Policy