Full time | Permanent position
Hybrid work environment | Flexible work options available
Band 6: $100K - $109K per annum (depending on experience) + 12% superannuation About The Community Safety And Compliance Department Bringing together four specialised teams, the department works across the municipality to ensure Glen Eira remains a safe, accessible and welcoming place to live, work and visit: Civic Compliance: Administers Local Laws and Animal Management services, helping to maintain community amenity and responsible pet ownership.
Parking and Safety: Delivers parking enforcement services and manages the School Crossing Program to support road safety and the efficient use of public spaces.
Appeals and Business Support: Provides essential administrative and customer support services, including the assessment and management of disability and residential parking permits.
Public Health: Protects and promotes community health through environmental health services, including regulatory inspections, education and compliance activities.
About The Role We are seeking a proactive professional to support the department in improving business processes, strengthening governance, and ensuring compliance with legislative and organisational requirements. Reporting to the Manager and working closely with the leadership team, you will develop and maintain policies, procedures and compliance frameworks, provide advice on policy and process matters, and contribute to projects that enhance service delivery and organisational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities Include Developing, reviewing and maintaining policies, procedures and compliance frameworks.
Mapping and improving business processes to support compliance and efficiency.
Leading system configuration, optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Managing policy review and renewal schedules.
Coordinating internal consultation and approvals for policy and procedural changes.
Monitoring legislative and regulatory changes and providing practical advice on impacts and compliance requirements.
About You
You are an experienced governance,
policy or compliance professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You have the ability to interpret legislation, develop practical policies and procedures, and provide clear, confident advice to a range of stakeholders.
The Following Is Also Required
Tertiary qualification in public policy, governance, law, business administration, information systems or a related discipline, or extensive relevant experience.
High level understanding of governance, risk and legislative compliance within a local government or public sector context. Not meeting all the requirements for this role? We value diverse experiences for positive community outcomes.
If you're excited about the position but don't perfectly align with the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. Pre-employment checks Progressed candidates must undergo pre-employment screening as a standard procedure which will include: Working with Children Check (Employee)
New National Police Record Check
Evidence of right to work in Australia. Pre-employment checks are not used by Glen Eira City Council to prevent any applicant from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
Position Description To view a copy please visit the Council Careers page: https://careers.gleneira.vic.gov.au/jobs/search Apply NOW! All applications must be submitted online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. As part of your application, you will need to: Attach your resume
Attach a cover letter (no more than one page)
Respond to screening questions as part of the application form Closing date: 17 August at 11.55pm For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Brooke Ranken,
Manager Community Safety and Compliance on 9524 3808 or email
[email protected] What’s On Offer We have a great culture that is valued by all our staff. Teamwork, collaboration and innovation are a key focus at Glen Eira City Council.
We will offer you: Hybrid work environment - Average of 3 days in the office (or pro rata for part time employees)
Flexible work options A supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas are welcomed
Access to paid training and participation in Council’s extensive Learning and Development programs
Reward and recognition programs
Comprehensive leave entitlements
Corporate gym memberships at Glen Eira Leisure Working at Glen Eira City Council Glen Eira City Council is a collaborative, values-based organisation that strives for innovation. Our employees bring their diverse backgrounds and varied experiences and perspectives to an inclusive and flexible work environment, creating a unique and vibrant culture that is representative of the municipality services. Recognised as an Employer of Choice, we seek people who share our community focused values and have a desire to create positive local impact.
Glen Eira City Council Prides Itself
On Being An Equal Chance Employer And a Child Secure Organisation. As a Council, We Are Committed To Providing a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, as well as all our employees.
Receiving applications from people of all diverse abilities, skills, languages, cultures and backgrounds including: people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
Reconciliation and supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander aspirations. If you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require advice and support with the recruitment process, contact our Aboriginal Community Officer on
[email protected] We value the knowledge, skills and talents that all people can share with our workforce and community.
📌 Policy and Systems Management Officer (Melbourne)
🏢 Glen Eira City Council
📍 Melbourne