Threatened Species And Ecological Communities Policy Officer

Department Of Biodiversity, Conservation And Attractions; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Flexible work

12% super

4 weeks leave

Public holidays

Cultural leave

EAP

National Park Entry Pass

Staff parking

Job summary

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) in Western Australia is seeking a Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer for a 48-month, full-time fixed-term role based in Kensington. You will support the Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Strategy, guiding policy, guidelines, and collaboration with partners to improve conservation outcomes.

The role involves high-level stakeholder engagement, coordinating with internal and external groups, and

Qualifications

• Extensive (Level 6) or some (Level 5) experience in fauna or flora species or ecological community conservation and/or recovery in Australia including participation in species recovery teams, development of recovery plans or application of them through regulation and management.
• Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) skills in analysing, developing and implementing solutions for complex conservation or environmental impact challenges to influence conservation outcomes.
• Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) project management skills with proven ability to delivery complex project on time and within budget.
• Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with a variety of environmental and community stakeholders to influence positive environmental outcomes.

Skills

Fauna conservation

Flora conservation

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Job description

Job Overview

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS IS A 48-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 TUESDAY, 10 NOVEMBER 2026.

About the Program

The Species and Communities Program coordinates the listing, management and recovery of threatened species and ecological communities. The program provides policy, strategic and technical advice on fauna, flora, ecological community and Ramsar wetland conservation.

We are currently seeking a Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer to join our team.

The Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer supports the development and delivery of the Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Strategy and plays a critical role in shaping threatened species conservation in WA. This role will support the Project Coordinator in successful delivery of the whole-of-department strategy to improve conservation and recovery outcomes for threatened species and ecological communities. The role is critical for supporting the establishment of clear strategic direction, identifying necessary reforms for threatened species and ecological communities recovery planning, recovery teams and ex-situ and in-situ conservation across DBCA and with key government, non-government and traditional owner partners.

The Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer will provide expert advice, gained from first-hand experience with species recovery, to guide and support the successful delivery of the strategy, improved threatened species conservation outcomes in WA, including the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, systems and processes required to implement the strategy.

In facilitating the delivery of the strategy, this role will be guided by the Project Coordinator and will entail high-level stakeholder engagement including with other areas of the department, external stakeholders, working group coordination and project budget management.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (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 (at Level 6) or demonstrate Personal Leadership (at Level 5) to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

• Extensive (Level 6) or some (Level 5) experience in fauna or flora species or ecological community conservation and/or recovery in Australia including participation in species recovery teams, development of recovery plans or application of them through regulation and management.
• Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) skills in analysing, developing and implementing solutions for complex conservation or environmental impact challenges to influence conservation outcomes.
• Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) project management skills with proven ability to delivery complex project on time and within budget.
• Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with a variety of environmental and community stakeholders to influence positive environmental outcomes.

About Us

DBCA, 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 us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

• Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 12% 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.
• Free staff parking.

Eligibility

It is essential to have Australian citizenship, New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency status or a valid working visa to be appointed to this role. A search for additional applicants may be conducted for this position where necessary to provide a more diverse and/or competitive field.

Substantive Equality Statement

DBCA 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 [phone] or [e-mail] . Do not send job applications to this email; they will not be accepted. If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

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.