Are you lookingto join a progressive organisation in a beautifulpart of Aotearoa New Zealand?

Te Tai Tokerau – the Far North is a mecca for pristine white beaches, ancient forests, blue bays and rolling surf breaks. Live, Work and Play in Paradise. While our people are diverse, a rich cultural and historic heritage grounds our communities, here in the birthplace of the nation. We have an award-winning working environment where hybridremote working is the norm,with established protocols in place. Our Values guide how we do our job and keep us passionate about creating great places and supporting our people.

Te Wero – The Challenge

We are looking to hire a Property Legalisation Officer within the Corporate Services division of the Far North District Council. This role sits with the Legal Services team. Its main function is to carry out property research, legalisation actions and other relevant tasks in relation to Council roads, reserves and other properties. The position in general supports the wider organisation and will provide support in particular to the team’s legal executive.

Some key responsibilities in this role include:

• Processing road legalisations within the framework of the Public Works Act 1981
• Processing road stoppings and other road-related transactions within the framework of the Local Government Act 1974
• Processing reserves-related transactions (leases, licences, easements, classifications, reclassifications and revocations) within the framework of the Reserves Act 1977
• Responding to property related enquiries
• Creating easement relating to Council infrastructure
• Drafting agreements for property related entry works
• Collaborate with relevant other departments in legalisation actions.

I ā koe - About You

The successful candidatewill have:

• Experience and knowledge in performing actions under the Reserves Act 1977, Local Government Act 1974 and Public Works Act.
• Experience and understanding of cadastral land information and survey plans
• Proven land research experience (public land, Māori Freehold Land, fee simple etc)
• Ability to engage with Government agencies and manage professionals such as surveyors, solicitors, valuers etc. in a variety of situations
• Experience in local government and an in-depth understanding of land and legalisation processes
• The ability to interpret legislation and case law
• Formal meeting experience.
• Experience in working with and across various departments, as such collaboration skills are essential.

A flexible working environment is offered, accordingly the ability to work autonomously and efficiently is imperative.

Tā mātou āroha – What We Offer

Far North District Council is a progressive and growing Councilfilled with like-minded people who love what they do and are committed to providing superior services to residents in their community.

The salary for this position is Grade 14 within Council's salary structure ($73,806 - $ 86,831 pro rata gross per annum) dependent on qualifications and experience, plus Kiwi Saver. We offer you flexible work arrangements and the chance to enjoy the lifestyle and beauty only the Far North region can provide.

You will also be given all the tools of the trade you need to hit the ground running including a laptop and professional development plan to ensure your ongoing growth and success within the organisation.

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Creating GreatPlaces, Supporting our People