Conservation Visitor Ranger

Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and oldest provincial city.

Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision:

‘Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'

We have a workplace culture built on our values of communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.

About the role

Do you love being in nature? Do you love sharing your passion for nature? Do you love showcasing our wonderful natural and eco-friendly activities?

If so, you can do all of that as our Conservation Visitor Ranger. As part of the Environment and Sustainability Education and Awareness team in the role you will engage visitors in Council's conservation estates and reserves providing positive nature base recreation experiences.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Deliver visitor experiences and assist in organising and running nature-based recreation activities, guided walks, and interpretative talks
• Support biodiversity and habitat improvement programs and be involved in the planning, management and activation of conservation wstates and reserves.
• Provide input into conservation works projects and notification of maintenance needs
• Report major trail defects and upgrade requirements, and manage small projects to deliver minor improvements to trail networks
• Identify emerging issues and opportunities for natural area management and nature-based recreation, including alignment with industry standards in track design, construction, maintenance and activity management.
• Collect, monitor and interpret visitation data, user behaviour and impacts of nature-based recreation on visitor infrastructure and conservation values

View the position description for more details about the role.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Management, Natural Area Management, Natural Resource Management or similar discipline and/or substantial experience to carry out the range of duties required.
• Current Queensland "C" class driver's licence
• Current Blue Card
• Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and fitness levels and to engage visitors and volunteers in nature-based recreation activities
• Knowledge of the principles of nature-based recreation and natural area management

A pre-employment medical will be required for this role.

About the benefits

This is a permanent full-time position, level 3-5 with a salary between $77,104 - $97,189 plus superannuation of up to 12.5%.

• Become a key member of a team that is passionate and dedicated to building a positive, inclusive, and constructive workplace culture.
• Supportive culture that promotes a healthy work/life balance
• Ongoing learning, development, and career opportunities
• Employee health and wellbeing programs
• Four (4) weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading, cultural leave, and other leave options
• A variety of salary packaging options that includes, financial advice, income protection insurance, professional membership, novated leases and more.

Join us

If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.

Please apply online and submit:

• A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
• A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold

Closing date: 3 May 2024 Please direct any related questions to *******@ipswich.qld.gov.au.

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and agree to provide information for pre-employment screening which may include a criminal history check.

Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.