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SalaryPSCA, Level 4 or 5, $87,712 - $92,057 or $96,307 - $105,254 p.a. plus 11% Superannuation
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.
THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL REMAIN OPEN FOR A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS
THIS RECRUITMENT POOL WILL BE USED TO FILL VACANCIES BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 18 JANUARY 2024
Job Description
- Translate ideas and information through a variety of media to attract, inspire and motivate visitors to Parks and Reserves to respond to messages and value places.
- Builds strong networks through effective liaison with stakeholders, specialist advisers, community and special interest groups, and promotes community support for departmental goals and strategies.
Applicants should address the following five (5) essential criteria. These should be addressed in no more than five (5) pages in total. * Experience (Level 4) or considerable experience (Level 5) and demonstrated competence in planning, designing, developing and implementing visitor interpretation and community engagement programs; with considerable working knowledge of and commitment to natural and cultural heritage interpretation.
- Evidence of well-developed (Level 4) or highly-developed (Level 5) interpersonal and oral communication skills and demonstrated experience in communicating and liaising with external organisations, stakeholders, the community, volunteers and special interest groups including traditional owners, to build effective networks and promote community support and involvement in projects.
- Working knowledge (Level 4) or considerable working knowledge (Level 5) of graphic design and interpretation production techniques and the ability to prepare appropriate text for signs and publications.
- Evidence of well-developed (Level 4) or highly developed (Level 5) written communication skills including the ability to simplify and convey complex scientific information.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computer software, including Adobe Creative Suite, used for the planning and production of visitor interpretation.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to attached Job Description below. The documents attached to this advertisement are available in alternative formats upon request.
Eligibility: To be eligible for permanent appointment, it is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status or a visa with entitlement to live and work in Australia for the term of the contract.
For Further Job-Related Information: Please contact Ms Danielle Ayres on 0475 580 927, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit .
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
A written response addressing the above five(5) requested criteria (in no more than five (5) pages).
A current resume.
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.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. To avoid last minute congestion of the system, please endeavour to submit your application well before the closing time.
No late or proforma applications will be accepted.
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. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace. The Department also promotes flexible working arrangements.
Applicants with a disability who require adjustments in the recruitment process can contact the Senior Recruitment Officer on (08) 9219 9879 or . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
Appointments may be made from this process within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent, contract or casual, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
