Compliance Officer - Ranger (Yass)

**Posted**: 08/01/2026

**Closing Date**: 01/02/2026

**Job Type**: Permanent
- Full Time

**Location**: Yass

**Job Category**: Environmental Services
- Job Description

View a full position description on Council website

**Location: Yass, NSW** **Job Type: Permanent Full Time
- Multiple Positions** **Job Category: Planning & Setting** **Closing Date: 1 February 2026**

Are you passionate about community safety, environmental protection, and fair enforcement? We are seeking two motivated and professional Compliance Officer
- Rangers to join our team and help maintain a safe, compliant, and respectful community.

**About the Role** As a Compliance Officer
- Ranger, you will play a vital frontline role in enforcing local laws and state legislation. You will engage with residents, businesses, and visitors to promote compliance through education, enforcement, and problem-solving. Key Responsibilities
- Enforce local laws, permits, and relevant legislation
- Conduct patrols and inspections across the municipality
- Investigate complaints and incidents, including animal management and environmental issues
- Issue warnings, infringement notices, and prepare evidence for prosecutions where required
- Educate the community on compliance requirements and responsible behaviour
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and case files
- Represent Council professionally in the field and in court when required

**About You**
- Certificate IV in Local Government (regulatory Services) or Certificate IV in Government Investigations or ability to undertake the qualification
- Asbestos Identification and Management Certificate or willingness to obtain
- General Construction Induction Card (White Card) or willingness to obtain
- Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion
- Physically capable of outdoor and patrol-based work
- Current driver’s licence
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or after hours as required

**Why Join Us**
- Make a meaningful difference in your local community
- Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development
- Stable local government employment
- Opportunities for career progression
- Work that is varied, active, and community-focused

Simply upload your resume and a cover letter outlining how you will achieve the key requirements of the role. Answer the pre-employment questions in the online Application Form and you’re done!

For specific role questions, contact Brad McRae, Acting Manager Environmental Services on (02) 6226 1477

**Eligibility Requirements** Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and pass relevant pre-employment checks.
- Yass Valley Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and communities._ Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qzop3