Senior District Ranger

The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security was established with a clear vision that the Northern Territory's natural assets are managed sustainably for the benefit of all. Its purpose is to provide evidence-based advice and regulation to support sustainable use of the Northern Territory's natural resources, and protect and manage its wildlife, parks and reserves. The Central Australia Parks East/Central/Barkly District incorporates a diverse range of parks a reserves across the Alice Springs and Tennant Creek Regions such as Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve, Trephina Gorge Nature Park, Karly Karlu/Devils Marbles Conservation Reserve and Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve.

As the Senior District Ranger your primary objective will be to assist the District Manager to manage a team to develop and deliver land management, nature conservation and visitor activities and facilities management to support the delivery of targeted, high quality park management outcomes through collaboration with Aboriginal Joint Management partners and effective engagement with other stakeholders.

Your key duties will include providing strategic leadership to promote a positive and safe workplace culture, and managing the development, implementation and monitoring of strategies and programs in accordance with the NT Parks Masterplan. You will be accountable for the district/park budget and be responsible for exercising financial and human resourcing delegations, powers delegated under the Territory Parks and Wildlife Conservation Act 1976, and implementing Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Where Joint Management arrangements are in place, you will apply your extensive communication and engagement skills to achieve positive outcomes for the park's joint management partners, as well as develop strong working relationships with government and non-government agencies, stakeholders, tourism, land councils and local Aboriginal organisations.

To be successful, you will require a relevant qualification from an Australian institution or equivalent experience; demonstrated leadership capabilities, incorporating financial and human resource management; well-developed analytical skills; and significant knowledge and experience in protected area management. The ability to deliver quality outcomes for biodiversity, natural and cultural heritage, and visitor management is essential.This is a great opportunity to consider working in the Territory's spectacular environments, with rugged landscapes, unique wildlife and significant Aboriginal cultural values. You will be rewarded with a competitive salary package inclusive of 11% superannuation, 6 weeks recreational leave p.a., 17.5% annual leave loading and assistance with relocation if required.