2025 Shire of Carnarvon Community Safety Officer
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Job Summary
Community Safety Officer
| Position Number: | 40 |
| Department: | Community Planning & Sustainability |
| Level: | 4 |
| Award: | May be covered under Municipal Employees WA Award |
| Base Salary | $77723.74 plus superannuation housing and district allowances (if eligible). $5000 retention bonus payable on completion of 3 years. Base Salary and allowances are pro-rata for part-time. |
| Reports to: | Coordinator Community Safety |
Protect Community Safety Where the Outback Meets the Coast
At the Shire of Carnarvon were committed to keeping our community safe from our neighbourhoods and townsites to our coastal reserves visitor hotspots and remote areas across 6701.
As part of our Community Planning & Sustainability team youll contribute to a safe connected and resilient Carnarvon. This is an opportunity to make a real difference through frontline community engagement responsible enforcement and hands-on safety work that supports both residents and visitors.
This is more than compliance its presence service and community connection.
What Youll Do
As our Community Safety Officer you will:
Deliver frontline community safety services through patrols engagement and enforcement of local laws.
Respond to community enquiries and complaints with professionalism and care.
Undertake investigations into issues such as dog attacks firebreak compliance littering nuisance behaviour and off-road vehicle activity.
Carry out animal management duties including impounding transporting and handling animals.
Provide a visible presence at high-use visitor locations such as the Blowholes Coral Bay and coastal reserves.
Support emergency preparedness and response activities including hazard inspections seasonal readiness tasks and operational support during incidents.
Assist with community education on local laws responsible pet ownership fire safety and visitor behaviour expectations.
Maintain accurate notes evidence and compliance records.
Youll be part of a team that plays a crucial role in ensuring Carnarvon remains safe welcoming and well-supported.
About You
Youll bring:
Experience in community safety local laws animal management compliance or a related regulatory field.
Knowledge of (or ability to quickly learn) legislation including the Dog Act 1976 Cat Act 2011 Bush Fires Act 1954 Litter Act 1979 and Local Government Act 1995.
Confidence handling animals and managing a variety of field-based tasks.
Strong communication skills and the ability to engage calmly and respectfully with diverse community members.
Sound judgement problem-solving skills and the ability to manage challenging situations.
Physical capability to perform patrols inspections and outdoor operational duties.
A commitment to safety teamwork and high-quality service.
Alignment with our CARECHIP values Courage Authenticity Respect Excellence Cohesion Humility Inclusion Passion.
Experience working in regional or remote communities is highly regarded.
Why Join Us
We value people who want to build their skills and contribute to a purpose-driven team.
Your package includes:
Salary: $77723.74 plus superannuation district allowance & housing allowance (if eligible).
$3500 retention bonus after 3 years service.*
5 weeks annual leave 2 Local Government public holidays.
Training and professional development opportunities.
Annual leave travel assistance gym and club membership subsidies and aquatic centre access.
Additional allowances and subsidies under our Attraction & Retention Policy.*
A supportive workplace focused on safety wellbeing and community impact.
*Subject to corporate policy.
How to Apply
If youre ready to help protect community safety and support a welcoming resilient Carnarvon wed love to hear from you. To view the full position description: Community Safety Officer PD
Applications close: Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 4pm
For more information please contact Denika Sweetman Manager People Culture & Wellbeing on.
The Shire of Carnarvon reserves the right to close applications early and/or commence the shortlisting and interview process prior to the advertised closing date. The position may be filled at any time upon identification of a suitable applicant.
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- Hotel Experience
- Construction Experience
- Data Collection
- Military Experience
- Law Enforcement
- Workers' Compensation Law
- OSHA
- Security
- EPA
