Assistant Project Off Threatened Species

National Parks & Wildlife Service; Lismore; Hybrid; AUD 103,000 - 114,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued days off in addition to Annual

Fitness Passport

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

National Parks & Wildlife Service in Alstonville offers a part-time, temporary role as Assistant Project Officer Threatened Species (Clk Grade 5-6). You will coordinate staff, contractors and volunteers to deliver priority threatened species programs, supporting biodiversity conservation across the North Coast region.

The role focuses on planning, implementation, and reporting, maintaining project documentation and liaising with partners, under supervision of the team. Hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in conservation or threatened species programs.
• Ability to supervise staff, contractors and volunteers.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Willingness to obtain a 4WD operation certificate and hold a C-class driver licence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise work of staff, contractors and volunteers to deliver priority programs (AIS/SoS).
• Support planning, implementation and delivery of Threatened Species programs across the region.
• Maintain project documentation and databases, ensuring compliance with legislation and policy.

Skills

Field conservation experience

Supervision of staff/contractors/vols

Administrative and organisational

Communication skills

Job description

• Assistant Project Officer Threatened Species – Clerk Grade 5 – 6
• Temporary part-time until 16 August 2028 (17.5 hours per week)
• Office location – Alstonville with hybrid working arrangements
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $102,936 to $113,579 pro rata + employer's contribution to superannuation

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for an Assistant Project Off Threatened Species to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

The Assistant Project Officer, Threatened Species undertakes works and coordinates and supervises the work of staff, contractors and volunteers for the effective and efficient delivery of priority threatened species programs - Assets of Intergenerational Significance (AIS) and Saving our Species (SoS) - to achieve corporate objectives in conservation and biodiversity management.

Join the National Parks & Wildlife Service as a Threatened Species Assistant Project Officer and help protect some of New South Wales' most vulnerable plants, animals and ecological communities. The North Coast is renowned for its rich biodiversity, from World Heritage-listed rainforests to coastal habitats supporting an incredible diversity of native wildlife.

Based in Alstonville, you will support the planning, implementation and delivery of priority threatened species programs that contribute to long-term biodiversity conservation across one of Australia's most ecologically significant regions. Working alongside conservation specialists and project teams, you will assist with implementing threatened species conservation plans and programs, maintain project documentation and databases, and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with legislative and policy requirements. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for conservation with practical project delivery that directly supports the recovery and protection of threatened species across the region.

About You

This role would suit someone with a strong background in delivery of on-ground conservation projects including building trusted partnerships with external providers and volunteers.

We are seeking a motivated and organised conservation professional with experience in environmental management, conservation, threatened species programs, ecology or a related field. You will have a sound understanding of threatened species conservation principles and the ability to support the delivery of projects through strong organisational, administrative and communication skills. Experience working in field-based environments, undertaking operational activities and managing competing priorities will be highly regarded.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who is passionate about biodiversity conservation and enjoys working with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will bring strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to contribute to conservation planning, monitoring and reporting activities. A current Australian Class C Driver Licence, willingness to obtain a 4WD certification and a commitment to safe work practices are essential. If you are looking to make a meaningful contribution to threatened species recovery while building your career with one of Australia's most respected conservation organisations, we'd love to hear from you.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working in the field of conservation or threatened species, and knowledge of the principles
• of threatened species conservation in the context of reserved land.
• Demonstrated experience in operational works relevant to the role, and ability to supervise and carry
• out all duties safely in accordance with WHS requirements.
• Demonstrated administrative and organisational skills and capacity for working with various software
• Current Australian Class C Drivers licence or equivalent and willingness to obtain a 4WD operation certificate.

For more information read the full Role Description - Assistant Project Officer Threatened Species NPWS Clk Gde 5-6 RD

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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North Coast Branch Overview

Applications close Friday 23 October at 11:55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Michael Skirrow via [e-mail] or on 0477 677 142.

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.

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