Jurien Bay has earned a place in the hearts of holidaymakers, as well as fishing, diving and snorkelling enthusiasts. Under sunny skies for the majority of the year, this relaxed fishing town is blessed with long sandy beaches, colourful offshore reefs, amazing marine life and a thriving cray fishing industry.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12 month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 7 SEPTEMBER 2016
Job Description
Under the general direction (Level 4) or minimal direction (Level 5) of the District Nature Conservation Coordinator:
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Delivers parks and conservation services compliance services in the district, leads investigations, conducts nature protection issue and licence assessments, advises on nature protection issues generally, assists in the management of interactions between the public and wildlife.
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Maintains a close technical working relationship within the wildlife compliance program at the district, and regional level to provide for an integrated delivery of wildlife protection and compliance services across the region.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
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Considerable experience (Level 5) or experience (Level 4) in conducting criminal investigations and knowledge of the general principals and procedures associated with the preparation of full briefs of evidence for criminal prosecutions.
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Sound knowledge (Level 5) or knowledge (Level 4) of legislation, associated policies and guidelines relating to biodiversity and nature protection issues; experience in appropriately interpreting their application for wildlife nature protection issues, with a preference for those with an understanding of biodiversity protection, compliance management and regulation issues in Australia.
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Working knowledge (Level 5) or knowledge (Level 4) of the industries regulated under biodiversity and nature protection; ability to identify flora, fauna, and exotic animals, and experience in managing human interactions with wildlife.
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Proven leadership (Level 5) or leadership (Level 4), coordination, project management and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, work under pressure and achieve results.
Note: In accordance with the Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004, the successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current Working With Children Check card.
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In accordance with relevant legislation and Parks and Wildlife policy, the successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current National Police Clearance prior to commencement.
For the full role description, including detailed responsibilities and a full list of criteria including those that are not required to be addressed in the application please refer to attached Job Description below.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Mr Steve Buitenhuis on (08) 9688 6000, or for further information about Parks and Wildlife please visit www.dpaw.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions: For detailed assistance to ensure that you submit all of the required and appropriate information in your application, please ensure that you read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Word or PDF format.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online.
A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary in order to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.
What Parks and Wildlife offers: In addition to the opportunity to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the Department of Parks and Wildlife offers a number of incentives including: an attractive salary packaging scheme; comprehensive health and lifestyle programs; a Personnel Pass to Parks and Wildlife managed attractions and parks, after a 3 month qualifying period; and the opportunity to work in iconic locations throughout Western Australia.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Department of Parks and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, young people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and women to apply for positions within our agency. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.