Animal Management Engagement Officer

Requisition Number: 794

Salary Range: $87,037.72 - $90,595.22 per annum

Position Type: Full Time Permanent

Location: Animal Care Facility – 55 Links Drive, Woree

Application Close Date: Sunday, 7 September 2025 at 11.30pm AEST

Passionate about animals and community engagement?

Ready to drive meaningful change in animal welfare and public safety?

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and community-focused Animal Management Engagement Officer to join our team!

What You Will Do:

As the Animal Management Engagement Officer, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening the connection between our community and Council’s Animal Management services. This is a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of both people and animals through education, outreach, and strategic engagement.

In this dynamic role, you will develop and lead a range of initiatives that promote responsible pet ownership, raise awareness of animal-related issues, and enhance the perception of Council’s Animal Management operations - including the Animal Care & Education (ACE) facility, proactive patrols, and rehoming programs.

Whether it is delivering training to staff and stakeholders, coordinating community education materials, or helping connect volunteers and residents to our animal welfare services, your efforts will directly support public safety, animal wellbeing, and stronger community partnerships.

What We Are Looking For:

Tertiary qualification relevant to the position and/or previous demonstrated experience within a similar role.

Current Working with Children Clearance, or ability to obtain.

Demonstrated experience in the development of education or marketing resources.

Demonstrated proficiency in developing and delivery of education programs to internal and external stakeholders, including schools and community groups.

Well-developed knowledge and experience with related tools, techniques, technology platforms, social media and diverse processes to drive and enhance community engagement and project management.

Highly developed administrative, research and report writing, presentation and negotiation skills.

This is your chance to lead meaningful initiatives that enhance public safety, promote responsible pet ownership, and strengthen the connection between the community and Council’s animal services.

Some benefits we offer:

Achieve work / life balance with flexible working arrangements

Fitness Passport - subsidised health and well-being memberships (gym/swimming pool)

Recharge with up to 5 weeks annual leave

Grow personally and professionally with learning and development opportunities

Cherish family time with up to 14 weeks paid parental leave

Salary sacrifice opportunities

We are committed to:

Fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment

Embracing innovation and continuous improvement

Cultivating a culture of professional growth and support

Now we want to hear about YOU!

Applications MUST be submitted online through the 'Apply' button and include a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria and Resume outlining previous academic and work experience and if requested include attachments of the relevant qualifications and licenses, relating to the role.

For further information about this role please download the Position Description which includes the Key Duties, Responsibilities and Selection Criteria.

Council’s Recruitment Team can be contacted via:

Phone: (07) 4044 3310

Email: [email protected]

Website: Employment at Council | Cairns Regional Council