• Part-time / 12-month contract / 33.5 hours per week / $56,603 - $75,609 (pro rata) p.a. plus Super
• Casual / $40 - $54 per hour plus Super
• Based at the Nowra Administration Building / Patrolling various areas of the Shoalhaven area including Hyams Beach
• Applications close Wednesday, 15 October 2025 (at midnight)

About the Role
Shoalhaven City Council is seeking passionate and community-minded individuals to join our Ranger Services team. We have one part-time position on a 12-month contract and a casual position available.

As part of the Ranger Services team, you will:

• Patrol the Shoalhaven region to detect and deter illegal activities, including environmental protection, animal management, and parking enforcement.
• Respond to community complaints and provide accurate information and education.
• Enforce legislation through investigations, issuing notices, and initiating legal action where required.
• Assist emergency services and contribute to enforcement programs and operational planning.
• Maintain accurate records and uphold Council policies and procedures.

Please refer to the Job Description under the Job Attachments for a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and skills required.

This is a grade range position, therefore in accordance with qualifications, accreditation, experience and demonstrated skills, the prospective employee will be assessed as either Grade 5 or 8.

Part-time Ranger

Grade 5 - Salary: $56,603 - $63,620 (pro rata) p.a. plus 12% Super
Grade 8 - Salary: $67,266 - $75,609 (pro rata) p.a. plus 12% Super

Casual Ranger

Grade 5 - Salary: $40 - $45 per hour plus 12% Super
Grade 8 - Salary: $48 - $54 per hour plus 12 % Super

About You
To be successful in the position, you will have:

• Current Class C Driver's Licence
• NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Proof of Australian residency/citizenship or valid work visa
• Eligible for Justice of the Peace appointment
• Animal microchipping certification (or ability to obtain)

Council requires applicants for this position to undergo a National Criminal History Check during the recruitment process. This check will be at the expense of Council.

The criteria shown above is the minimum qualifications and accreditations for all Ranger positions. Additional essential criteria and capabilities are outlined in the attached Job Description under the Job Attachments.

How to Apply
To submit an application, click Apply and complete each Step of the application. You will be required to attach your resume (and cover letter if required) and respond to questions regarding general information about you.

In addition, you will be required to demonstrate how you satisfy the requirements of the position by answering the below questions relevant to the essential criteria as outlined in the job advertisement.

1. At Shoalhaven City Council our corporate core values are: Collaboration, Adaptability, Integrity and Respect. Please choose one value and advise how you have enacted this value in a professional setting.
2. Please list the relevant qualifications and experience you hold.
3. What does customer service mean to you?
4. What attracted you to apply for a role as a Ranger with Shoalhaven City Council
5. Are you applying for the part-time (12-month contract) position, the casual position or would you like to be considered for both?

Applicants who progress to pre-employment checks may be required to undergo a Working with Children Check Verification, National Criminal History Check, Qualification Check, Work Rights Verification, Reference Checks and Medical (High Risk). Employment is subject to satisfactory outcomes for all required checks.

For tips and more information on how to submit a great application, please visit how to apply on Councils website. If you require assistance submitting your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team on 02 4429 3253.

Applications Close: Wednesday, 15 October 2025 (at midnight)

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Scott Chapman - Supervisor, Rangers (Acting) - (02) 4429 5935

Why Work with Us
The Shoalhaven area is a unique place of great natural beauty, offering an enviable lifestyle and positive work-life balance. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on our people. Our teams are talented and inclusive and work together to provide better outcomes for our community, who are at the heart of everything we do. With a diverse range of professions and roles, we offer many career options and pathways, actively promoting opportunities and encouraging staff professional development.

Benefits include:

• Generous leave entitlements
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Option of flexitime for indoor staff
• 9 day fortnight for outdoor staff
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Novated lease arrangements available
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounted health insurance

**Conditions apply as per the Local Government State award, and Council policies

At Shoalhaven City Council, we are proud to foster a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.
We welcome applicants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disability, culturally diverse individuals, and LGBTQIA+ community members to apply.
We are committed to ensuring a equitable recruitment processes. If you have a disability and require reasonable adjustments to fairly demonstrate your skills, please contact us.
As a Child Safe Organisation, we are committed to upholding the rights of children and young people and ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all.