The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions is committed to promoting biodiversity and conservation to enrich people’s lives, through sustainable management of Western Australia’s species, ecosystems, lands and the attractions in the department’s care.
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
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN EXMOUTH
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 11 DECEMBER 2019
Job Description
Under the limited direction of the District Manager:
- Identifies, develops, implements, reports and advises on conservation programs and operations as identified in relevant regional conservation service plans, management plans, wildlife management programs, interim management guidelines and other departmental programs including development proposals.
- Directs, coordinates, prepares and delivers wildlife conservation plans, threat abatement programs, area management plans and monitoring programs.
- Provides expert advice on conservation and wildlife management matters.
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 knowledge of, and experience in the delivery of nature conservation, and natural resource management, including planning and implementing works programs, monitoring and reporting on activities, identifying threats and values and implementing measures to rehabilitate or recover those values.
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Evidence of highly-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in effective liaison and negotiation at a senior level to achieve organisational objectives with external organisations, including local authorities, private companies, other government agencies, stakeholders, Aboriginal groups, community interest groups and the media with evidence of having responded to and resolved complex and detailed issues.
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Demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills in leadership and the management of staff, researchers, contractors and volunteers, including conducting employee development and performance management reviews, where appropriate.
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Demonstrated experience in, and knowledge of administrative and financial management including budget preparation, expenditure control within financial constraints and an ability to apply for external grant applications.
Note: In accordance with relevant legislation and departmental policy, the successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, including those that are not required to be addressed in the written application, please refer to attached Job Description below.
For Further Job Related Information: Please contact Mr Arvid Hogstrom on 0428 121 127, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit www.dbca.wa.gov.au.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit:
Failure to do so may jeopardise the selection panel’s ability to assess your application.
To ensure that you submit the required and appropriate information in your application, please read the attached Job Application Kit carefully. All documents attached with your application must be in Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (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.
Substantive Equality Statement
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions 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.
