Job Description

• Make a real impact by ensuring safety and promoting responsible dog ownership in the community
• Work independently with support, managing a variety of interesting and challenging cases
• Enjoy a competitive salary, allowance, and great benefits while making a difference in Auckland

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

This is a hands-on regulatory role focused on protecting public safety, promoting responsible dog ownership and ensuring compliance with the Dog Control Act 1996 and other relevant legislation. You’ll work across Tāmaki Makaurau responding to animal-related complaints and incidents, investigating dog attacks, assessing risk and taking appropriate compliance and enforcement action.

You will work in the community, tackling tasks with the support of a large team. You will also assist in prosecutions and intelligence lead proactive patrols.

This role is a variable morning and evening roster requiring some weekend and on-call availability covering the South Auckland area. Office is based in Manukau.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We need a conscientious person like you to ensure public safety and compliance. The key to your success is a prompt response to calls for assistance and providing exceptional service.

This role suits individuals with public-facing compliance backgrounds, who demonstrate strong customer service and conflict management skills, a calm approach to resolving situations, and dealing with aggressive dogs and other animals.

A current, full clean NZ driver’s licence is required.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by GenderTick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

Me Tono Ināianei ! Apply now.

Salary range: $82,917 plus shift and on-call allowances. Our employer Kiwisaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.

Watch how Animal Compliance Officers contribute to our Auckland community here

Find a copy of the position description here

Applications close: Tuesday, 6 October 2026

Notes:

1. The official title for this role is Animal Management Officer.here
2. We appreciate your interest in this role. If you have applied within the past three months, we will not require you to apply again
3. If you are a Temp under Agency, please apply via the Auckland Council external website.

This role is deemed safety-sensitive and in line with Auckland Council policy, you will be required to complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Auckland Council is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020. We collect personal information directly from you and, where relevant for the purpose of assessing you for employment, and employing you as part of the transport reform process, from third parties such as referees, previous employers (including Auckland Transport) recruitment agencies, and background checking providers.

By applying for this role, you consent to Council obtaining a reference from your current employer, including information about any active conduct investigations and current performance management processes, if you are the preferred candidate. Reference checks will only be undertaken at the preferred candidate stage. Any non-active performance or conduct matters may also be discussed with referees as part of the reference checking process.

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Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.