Ranger - AMO

At a glance

Work type: 38 hrs per week, Monday to Saturday on a rotating Roster.

Salary: From $73,172.60 to $80,554 plus 12% superannuation.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Closing date: 9pm, Wednesday 10 June 2026

The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.

About the role

This position is an Ambassador of Council and it is essential you have the ability to provide excellent customer service and operate in a consistent, fair and equitable manner at all times. While Animal management is the primary focus of this role; the following tasks also form part of the day‑to‑day responsibilities:

Monitoring declared Dangerous and Restricted breed dogs to ensure control requirements are in place and maintained.

Capturing, impounding, and transporting stray animals , including livestock. Attending and investigating illegal dumping and rubbish found on Council property. Managing abandoned vehicles , including investigation and potential impounding. Responding to pollution incidents on both land and water, including environmental management. Investigating breaches of building consent orders , noise issues, and times of operation. Managing Outdoor Dining and Retail consent permits . Responding to illegal or unlawful burn‑offs . Conducting investigations , compiling briefs of evidence, and giving evidence in court. Undertaking parking patrols , particularly during school times

About You

The successful candidate will have proven, extensive experience in Local Government Regulatory Enforcement or significant, relevant experience within the Regulatory or Law Enforcement sector.

You will also bring highly developed computer skills across Microsoft Office and key PCC software applications , including Outlook, Word, Excel, Transport for NSW RIS24, and PDA programs such as Duncan Solutions

You will also bring the below licences and Qualifications and / or level of experience.

• Holder of Ranger 1, 2 & or 3 Certificate of Competency and/or
• Holder of Certificate IV in Regulatory Services/Investigations and/or
• Other equivalent and relevant certificate to level IV competency and / or
• Extensive Rangers experience or other similar regulatory enforcement experience.
• Holder of current Class C driver’s licence.
Current First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain one prior to commencement

(Candidates may apply without holding a First Aid certificate, however, it remains an essential requirement under the Position Description and it must be obtained prior to commencement).

What’s on offer

Permanent Full Time position, working on a rotating roster which includes one weekend a month.

We are offering an attractive remuneration from $87,851.88 to $96,771.28 plus 12% superannuation, plus On Call allowance as per the Local Government Award 2023.

In addition City of Parramatta also offer excellent employee benefits which include:

• A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
• Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
• Learning and development opportunities
Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)

Want to know more?

Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description.

Review our Values Flyer which outlines Council's core values and behaviours.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Glenn Schryver on (02) 9806 5361 or email ***email_hidden***.

How to apply

Candidates MUST apply online. Please attach a Cover Letter addressing the requirements of this role. Applications close 9pm, Wednesday 10 June 2026 and will not be accepted through any other medium.

This position requires the successful candidate to complete a Criminal History Records Check and a Pre-Employment Medical, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test and Resilience Test (Psychometric test).

The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, ADF veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.