Project Officer (Wildlife Rehabilitation)

at Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment & Water
Published January 23, 2025
Expires February 5, 2025
Location Sydney, NSW, Australia
Category Government positions  
Job Type Full-time  
Closing Date 2025/02/06
Salary $110,266 - $122,058 + super + annual leave loading
Reference Number 540780
Supporting Document/s Project-Officer-NPWS-Clk-Gde-7-8-RD-05122022-7.docx 155.15 kB
Contact Name Ron Haering (Senior Project Officer, Wildlife Programs & Regulations, Conservation Programs Branch)
Contact Phone 0419 224 905

Description

  • Clerk Grade 7-8
  • Package includes base salary $110,266-$122,058, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
  • Full time temporary role until 30 June 2025 (with possible extension)
  • Located in Parramatta (other locations by negotiation)

 

Do you want to work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

 

Play a vital role in the high priority NSW Koala Program and help us meet the goal of doubling the numbers of koalas in NSW by 2050.

 

About the role

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service received funding from the NSW Government to help meet the goal of doubling the number of koalas in New South Wales by 2050 and we are a seeking suitably experienced Project Officer to join the NSW Koala Program team. Through this program, we will secure and restore habitat to support the growth of koala populations including mitigating other known threats to koala populations.

 

Working as part of the team you will be contributing to development of skills and technical resources to improve koala and other wildlife rehabilitation services.  A typical day could include:

  • developing and implementing Departmental standards and other technical resources that guide quality assurance of providers of koala and other wildlife rehabilitation services.
  • supporting the development and implementation of policy, procedures and resources that promote best practice in the rescue and rehabilitation of sick and injured wildlife.
  • coordinating and supporting projects involving the post-release monitoring of koalas and other wildlife species.
  • analysing, preparing, and presenting reports on wildlife rehabilitation data and coordinating processes for continual improvement of data collection and reporting processes.
  • collaborating with wildlife rehabilitation and veterinary stakeholders.

 

About You

Ideally you will have a strong track record playing a key role in the coordinated delivery of state-wide and high-quality programs managing wildlife rehabilitation, koala or biodiversity conservation projects. You’ll be a natural at balancing conflicting priorities and deadlines including the ability to work within a  geographically dispersed team.

 

Essential Role Requirements

  • Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in project management.
  • Experience in development and delivery of projects, including the development of project plans, monitoring of project timelines, budgets and reporting requirements, and contract administration.

 

To view the Role Description:  Project Officer

 

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.

 

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

  • Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
  • Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
  • Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

 

 

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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To apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

 

Applications close:  Thursday 6th February 2025 at 11.55pm

 

For more information about the role please contact Ron Haering, Senior Project Officer, Wildlife Programs & Regulations, Conservation Programs Branch, NPWS on phone 0419 224 905 or Ron.Haering@environment.nsw.gov.au

 

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.

 

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

 

 

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Marie-Claire Bleakley on 0407 789 021 (please mention reference number 540216).

 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.

 

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