Compliance Officer

Glenorchy City Council is seeking two motivated and community-focused Compliance Officers to join our Public Compliance team.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, applying legislation, solving problems, and contributing to a safer and more accessible community. Reporting to the Senior Parking Officer, you will play an important role in enforcing parking regulations and other local laws while providing professional customer service and education to the community.About the RoleAs a Compliance Officer, you will:Conduct regular patrols of on-street and off-street parking areas.Enforce parking restrictions, Council By-Laws and the Local Government Act, and issue infringement notices where required.Educate and assist members of the public on parking regulations, Council By-Laws and the Local Government Act.Investigate parking-related, Council By-Law and Local Government Act matters and apply procedural fairness when determining outcomes.Assist with Council's permit and licensing compliance activities.Monitor parking signage and road markings and report maintenance issues.Support Council's annual Fire Risk Mitigation Program.Prepare reports, correspondence and, when required, provide evidence in Court.Contribute to a collaborative, respectful and high-performing team environment.About YouWe are looking for someone who has:Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and manage difficult conversations professionally.Sound conflict resolution and negotiation skills.The ability to interpret and apply legislation and regulatory requirements.Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.A customer-focused approach with a commitment to quality service.Confidence using Microsoft Windows applications and learning new software systems.Knowledge of Tasmania's parking legislation and regulations, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.What’s in it for you?Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choicediverse and engaging planning work9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements15% Superannuationa motivated team that supports each other, values innovation and has a bit of fun along the wayongoing training and career developmentthe chance to meaningfully contribute to community projectsaccess to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAPrelocation assistance is available for the right candidateonly 15 minutes from the CBD – but with free parkingGlenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025Our commitment to communityCouncil is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.How to apply:To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.Your application must include:A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.A current RésuméPre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.Applications close at 10pm on Sunday 25th October 2026For a chat about this opportunity, contact James Don, Coordinator Public Compliance, on (03) 6216 6800.Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today! Position Description AUD Glenorchy 7010

Compliance Officer

Glenorchy City Council is seeking two motivated and community-focused Compliance Officers to join our Public Compliance team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, applying legislation, solving problems, and contributing to a safer and more accessible community. Reporting to the Senior Parking Officer, you will play an important role in enforcing parking regulations and other local laws while providing professional customer service and education to the community.

About the Role

As a Compliance Officer, you will:

  • Conduct regular patrols of on-street and off-street parking areas.
  • Enforce parking restrictions, Council By-Laws and the Local Government Act, and issue infringement notices where required.
  • Educate and assist members of the public on parking regulations, Council By-Laws and the Local Government Act.
  • Investigate parking-related, Council By-Law and Local Government Act matters and apply procedural fairness when determining outcomes.
  • Assist with Council's permit and licensing compliance activities.
  • Monitor parking signage and road markings and report maintenance issues.
  • Support Council's annual Fire Risk Mitigation Program.
  • Prepare reports, correspondence and, when required, provide evidence in Court.
  • Contribute to a collaborative, respectful and high-performing team environment.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and manage difficult conversations professionally.
  • Sound conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
  • The ability to interpret and apply legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A customer-focused approach with a commitment to quality service.
  • Confidence using Microsoft Windows applications and learning new software systems.
  • Knowledge of Tasmania's parking legislation and regulations, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge.

What’s in it for you?

  • Glenorchy City Council is an Employer of Choice
  • diverse and engaging planning work
  • 9-day fortnight (RDO) and flexible working arrangements
  • 15% Superannuation
  • a motivated team that supports each other, values innovation and has a bit of fun along the way
  • ongoing training and career development
  • the chance to meaningfully contribute to community projects
  • access to a range of employee wellbeing initiatives including EAP
  • relocation assistance is available for the right candidate
  • only 15 minutes from the CBD – but with free parking
  • Glenorchy City Council's Enterprise Agreement 2025

Our commitment to community

Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve.  We are also committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and have zero tolerance to child abuse and harm. Our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy, outlines our commitment – view it here.

How to apply:

To be considered, applications must be submitted via this site or on the Glenorchy City Council Careers page.

Your application must include:

  • A response addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description. When responding to the Key Selection Criteria, applicants should provide clear examples that demonstrate relevant skills, experience and capability. These responses are the main factor used to assess suitability and determine progression to interview.
  • A current Résumé

Pre-employment checks including a national Police check, health assessment and reference checks will be requested and organised by Council prior to finalising employment.

Applications close at 10pm on Sunday 25th October 2026

For a chat about this opportunity, contact James Don, Coordinator Public Compliance, on (03) 6216 6800.

Come and join Glenorchy City Council – where you and your ideas matter.  Apply today!