At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the School Crossing Program and ensure community safety across Horsham.
- Company: Horsham Rural City Council, a welcoming and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, supportive community, and a great lifestyle.
- Other info: Join a friendly team in a vibrant regional city with outdoor adventures.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community safety while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle.
- Qualifications: Experience in coordination, communication skills, and a valid driver's licence.
Horsham Rural City Council is the heart of the Wimmera region, located approximately 300 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. Offering the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle, Horsham combines affordable living, quality health and education services, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the benefits of a relaxed lifestyle, with short commute times, excellent sporting and recreation facilities, vibrant local events, cafes and restaurants, and a strong sense of community. Whether you're raising a family, pursuing outdoor adventures, or seeking greater work-life balance, Horsham offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences of a regional city.
Surrounded by natural attractions including the Wimmera River, Mount Arapiles and the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, the region provides outstanding opportunities for bushwalking, cycling, fishing, water sports and camping. With its friendly community, affordable housing and easy access to nature, Horsham is a great place to live, work and thrive.
Horsham Rural City Council is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe and equal opportunity employer. We offer a range of flexible work arrangements and people of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Every application is reviewed by a real person, not an automated system.
About the Role
Horsham Rural City Council is seeking a practical and proactive Team Leader to coordinate the School Crossing Program, oversee Council's pound operations and contribute to the delivery of community safety services across the municipality. You will:
- Coordinate and support Council's School Crossing Supervisors,
- Oversee safe school crossing operations and Council pound activities.
- Undertake community safety, animal management, local laws and parking enforcement duties.
- Investigate complaints and compliance matters and prepare reports where required.
- Build positive relationships with schools, community members and partner agencies.
About You
You will bring experience coordinating staff or operational services, together with strong communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Experience in regulatory compliance, community safety, animal management, local laws or a related field will be well regarded. Relevant qualifications in statutory compliance, animal control and regulation, government investigations or frontline management are desirable. Equivalent relevant experience will also be considered. A current Victorian driver's licence is required.
Closing Date: 11/11/2026
Team Leader School Crossings/Community Safety Officer in Horsham employer: Horsham Rural City Council
Horsham Rural City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a unique blend of career opportunities and a fulfilling lifestyle in the heart of the Wimmera region. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and flexible work arrangements, employees benefit from a supportive community atmosphere, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact through projects that aid local recovery efforts. Enjoy the advantages of affordable living, vibrant local culture, and easy access to stunning natural attractions while working in a role that truly matters.
Contact Details:
Horsham Rural City Council Recruitment Team
