AddressDo you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
Director South Coast, National Parks and Wildlife Service
- Unique career opportunity
- Based in Wollongong or flexibly in various locations along the South Coast of NSW
- Permanent ongoing position
- TRP ranges from $256,323 to $280,426
About National Parks and Wildlife Service
National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) is one of the world’s oldest and most respected National Parks agencies. We manage more than 890 National Parks and reserves, covering over 7.6 million hectares or 9.5% of the landmass of NSW ranging from rainforests and towering eucalypt forests to rich woodlands, spectacular deserts and precious alpine systems.
We deliver effective conservation for our biodiversity and cultural heritage and provide world class visitor experiences for the whole community to enjoy. We carry out fire management, threatened species conservation, land and infrastructure management, sustainable tourism and visitation, and research and education programs. We work together with Aboriginal communities to manage and protect our parks on behalf of the people of NSW.
About You
The Director South Coast Branch is responsible for the coordination and delivery of operational management of National Parks across the Southern Coastal region of NSW. Stretching from Wollongong to Eden and the Victorian border, the NSW South Coast portfolio covers incredibly beautiful walks, waterfalls and Wildlife, as well as, white sandy beaches, rainforests and untamed coastline.
You will be a proven leader who has exceptional people management, interpersonal, organisational and contentious issue management skills. You will have previous management experience, leading a multidisciplinary team within a protected area system environment or related field with a focus on leadership and service delivery and effectiveness. As part of your responsibilities, you will work closely with two Aboriginal Joint Management Boards, so your previous experience communicating, collaborating and negotiating successfully with external stakeholders will be important in this role.
You will develop, implement and review regional strategic, operational and business plans in line with organisational priorities, whilst representing NPWS within the community and the region by establishing effective stakeholder partnerships, participation and engagement for programs or service delivery that affects the region.
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent relevant experience in natural and cultural heritage management including operations management, wildlife management and incident and emergency management.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation.
- Demonstrated experience in managing a large, multi-faceted operational workforce.
For more information read the full Role Description: Director Park Operations
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
Respect, Equity and Inclusion
NPWS celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve. We are committed to advancing an inclusive culture that creates a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace. We support various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
NPWS is making it a priority, where possible, to ensure that the NPWS Executive, has a balanced representation of females in executive roles. Therefore, candidates who identify as female and hold the capabilities required for this role are encouraged to apply.
We know that employees need the flexibility to balance their career with other factors like family, education, and volunteering or community service. NPWS is committed to flexible ways of working to help employees balance a rewarding career and everything else that life has to offer.
To Apply
Applicants must address their suitability by supplying an updated copy of their resume and a brief cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.
Applications close Sunday 3rd of March 2024 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact: Naomi Stephens, Executive Director Park Operations Coastal: **************@environment.nsw.gov.au or mobile + 61 0417 829 337 (available until Friday 16 February). Or, Jon Noble, Senior Manager Talent Acquisition: **************@dpie.nsw.gov.au or + 61 0418 388 549.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
Our Diversity team can assist to:
- provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks
We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on *********@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include the job reference number).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.
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