AddressConservation and Ecosystem Management Division
Weeds Project Officer
DBCA3159200
PSCA, Level 5, $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 IS A 12-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 11 MARCH 2024
Under the limited direction of the Weeds Program Leader:
Research and collate material, including liaison with stakeholders, to assist in the development of policy and procedures for the management of priority weeds impacting ecosystem health on land managed by the Department.
Assist with the development and implementation of strategic data management systems to support weed management programs.
Ensure appropriate training in weed management is received by staff of the Department and other personnel, as required.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
Considerable knowledge of biodiversity conservation or natural resource management and demonstrated experience in weed management and associated effective management processes and control techniques.
Provide examples that supports ability to work both independently and in a team environment, demonstrating initiative, integrity, leadership, and conflict resolution.
Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills and experience in effective liaison and negotiation with internal staff and external stakeholders to achieve on ground outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to think critically, organise and determine operational and/or research priorities, formulate appropriate recommendations, effectively communicate learnings and research findings, and review outcomes to inform continuous improvement of operational practices.
Demonstrated experience in managing training programs including developing, coordinating and presenting training sessions and also the management of training administrative requirements. Possession of a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and assessment will be well regarded.
Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the 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 Kellie Passeretto on 0429 334 312, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
A covering letter.
A written response addressing the above five (5) requested criteria (in no more than four (4) 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 recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
Attachments: - DBCA Job Application Form.docx
- DBCA Job Application Kit.docx
- Job Description Form DBCA3159200.pdf
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Position Title Weeds Project Officer Agency Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Salary PSCA, Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 p.a. plus 11% Superannuation Location Kensington, Western Australia Unit/Division Conservation and Ecosystem Management Division Branch Ecosystem Health Branch Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time Position No. DBCA3159200 Closing Date 2024-03-11 12:00 PM
Position Title Weeds Project Officer Branch Ecosystem Health Branch Location Kensington, Western Australia Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time Closing Date 2024-03-11 12:00 PM Salary PSCA, Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 p.a. plus 11% Superannuation Agency Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
Company Information Description
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 IS A 12-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION
(WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY)
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON MONDAY, 11 MARCH 2024
Job Description
Under the limited direction of the Weeds Program Leader:
Research and collate material, including liaison with stakeholders, to assist in the development of policy and procedures for the management of priority weeds impacting ecosystem health on land managed by the Department.
Assist with the development and implementation of strategic data management systems to support weed management programs.
Ensure appropriate training in weed management is received by staff of the Department and other personnel, as required.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following five (5) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.
Considerable knowledge of biodiversity conservation or natural resource management and demonstrated experience in weed management and associated effective management processes and control techniques.
Provide examples that supports ability to work both independently and in a team environment, demonstrating initiative, integrity, leadership, and conflict resolution.
Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills and experience in effective liaison and negotiation with internal staff and external stakeholders to achieve on ground outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to think critically, organise and determine operational and/or research priorities, formulate appropriate recommendations, effectively communicate learnings and research findings, and review outcomes to inform continuous improvement of operational practices.
Demonstrated experience in managing training programs including developing, coordinating and presenting training sessions and also the management of training administrative requirements. Possession of a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and assessment will be well regarded.
Note: The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the 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 Kellie Passeretto on 0429 334 312, or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
A covering letter.
A written response addressing the above five (5) requested criteria (in no more than four (4) 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 recruitment@dbca.wa.gov.au. Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted.
Similar appointments may be made from this process in locations throughout Western Australia within a 12-month period to positions that may be permanent or contract, including contract appointments with the possibility of subsequent permanency.
Attachments - DBCA Job Application Form.docx
- DBCA Job Application Kit.docx
- Job Description Form DBCA3159200.pdf
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