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PSCA, Level 5, $101,122 - $110,517 p.a. plus 11.5% SuperannuationJoin us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITIONTHIS POSITION IS BASED IN PEMBERTON OR MANJIMUPAPPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE ATMIDDAY ON THURSDAY, 12 JUNE 2025Job DescriptionThe Donnelly District within the Warren Region Southern WA- is home to a magnificent array of natural wonders. This position will be emersed in the ecological values that are contained within the landscape of the region including diverse coastal heaths, tall karri forests, open jarrah and wandoo woodlands. This includes the well-known Dentrecasteaux National Park with its extensive remote rugged coastline, wetlands of national and international significance, pristine estuaries and wild rivers. The region is also renown for the rare fauna such as the numbat, woylie, quokka and chuditch plus the huge variety of threatened flora species and communities.Our key service deliverables are nature conservation, parks and visitor services, sustainable forest management, and fire management.We are currently seeking a District Coordinator Conservation to join our team.Under the limited direction of the District Manager, you will:Plan and implement the conservation service in the Donnelly District, through leadership of the conservation team and in liaison with the District Manager, Regional Leader Conservation and the district corporate team.Direct, coordinate, prepare and deliver wildlife conservation plans, threat abatement programs, area management plans and monitoring programs.Contribute through close collaboration with the District Fire Coordinator, to district fire planning including for prescribed burns and provides advice on burning strategies for biodiversity conservation in land management.Provide advice on conservation and wildlife management matters.At DBCA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will be Leading Others to help drive positive change.Selection CriteriaApplicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than four (4) pages in total.Considerable knowledge of and experience in the delivery of nature conservation and natural resource management, including planning and implementing works programs and reporting on activities, identifying threats to conservation and wildlife values and implementing measures required to rehabilitate and recover those values.Demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills in the leadership and management of staff, researchers, contractors and volunteers including conducting employee development and performance management reviews, where appropriate.Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience in effective liaison and negotiation at a senior level to achieve organisational objectives with external organisations including local authorities, private companies other government agencies, stakeholders, Indigenous groups community interest groups and the media and handling complex and detailed information requests.Demonstrated experience in, and knowledge of administrative and financial management of operations including project management, risk management, contract management, budget preparation, expenditure control within financial constraints and an ability to apply for external grant applications.About UsDBCA, one of Western Australia''s largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills.For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website .Benefits Of Working With UsIn addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:Flexible working arrangements.11.5% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.3 days additional public sector holidays each year.Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.An annual National Park Entry Pass.Well-established learning and development programs.How to apply:All applications are to be submitted online. Select ''Apply for job'', located at either the top or the bottom of the screen, and follow the instructions; you will need to provide:a covering letter.a statement addressing the above requested criteria (in no more than four (4) pages.a current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.For further job-related information: contact Duncan Palmer on (08) 9776 1207 or for further information about the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, visit .We have a detailed Job Application Kit to provide information about us, the value of the department and practical guidance on the process for you. Please ensure you have saved your documents in MS Word (.docx files only) or PDF format and have allowed plenty of time to submit your application, as late, emailed and proforma applications will not be accepted.Prior to commencement, the successful applicant will need to possess or obtain:A current (issue date not older than 6 months) and satisfactory National Police Check.A current Western Australian "C" class drivers licence.For the full role description, detailed responsibilities and a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the Job Description link below. The documents linked 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.A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.Substantive Equality StatementDBCA 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, including an alternative to applying online, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr