Heritage Officer (Permits)

The Heritage Officer (Permits) will contribute to the work of the multi-disciplinary team delivering Heritage Victoria's statutory functions under the Heritage Act 2017. The position will be responsible for the assessment of permit applications, permit exemptions and other statutory applications in relation to changes proposed for heritage places and objects included in the Victorian Heritage Register. This position will provide technical recommendations required to deliver this statutory function and liaise with and provide advice to clients, consultants and other stakeholders on statutory processes and heritage matters.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in a heritage related discipline including but not limited to architecture, conservation, engineering, planning, landscape or horticulture with experience in heritage conservation is required.
• Demonstrated understanding of the philosophical and practical issues relating to the conservation and management of the State's most significant heritage places is required.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Heritage Act 2017.

This is a fixed term position available until 22 December 2024. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 13 February 2024.
Other relevant information:
For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the .
Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.
Please note: Due to Machinery of Government changes under Section 30 of the Public Administration Act (PPA), effective 1 January 2023, your employment will be with the Department of Transport and Planning. Corporate Services, including payroll, will be provided by Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action while a process for the formal transfer of staff in impacted areas is implemented.