Located in the spectacular Kimberley region of Western Australia, Kununurra is rich in natural wonders, rugged ridges and home to the awe-inspiring Lake Argyle. Natural attractions such as the proposed North Kimberley Marine Park, Ord River and Purnululu National Park attract people from all over Australia.
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 24 MONTHS FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 2 FEBRUARY 2017
Job Description
Under immediate direction:
- Assists with the delivery of fire management, nature conservation, and parks and visitor services predominantly within the East Kimberley district.
- Liaises with district and regional personnel as appropriate, to achieve the organisation and implementation of allocated works programs.
The position can operate across all the services within the districts of the region depending upon the development program engaged in and the operational needs of the region.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following three (3) criteria, including the desirable criterion where possible. These should be addressed in no more than a total of three (3) pages.
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Some knowledge (Level 1) and experience (Level 2) in working in natural land management or a closely related field or a related technical area, with a preference for some knowledge (Level 1) or experience (Level 2) in recreation management and knowledge of conservation and land management issues preferably in an arid environment.
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Broad understanding of the issues involved in planning and implementing works programs.
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Some knowledge of the principles involved in developing and monitoring budgets. (Desirable)
Parks and Wildlife's values
In all of our work we will act with the highest Integrity and be Open, Accountable, Creative, Responsive, Innovative, Outcome-focused and Collaborative. For the purposes of this recruitment process, behaviour that reflects the values indicated below (as Essential and/or Desirable) are included as selection criteria for this position.
Essential: Open, Accountable, Responsive, Outcome-focused, Collaborative, Integrity.
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 Alexander Scott on (08) 9168 4200, 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.