Ranger Community – Department of Conservation – Warkworth

Department of Conservation; Warkworth; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Department of Conservation in Warkworth as a community engagement specialist. This role focuses on enhancing conservation efforts and fostering community involvement. You will manage social media, respond to public inquiries, and support advocacy initiatives, contributing to the thriving nature of Aotearoa.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to deliver clear messaging.
• Experience with community engagement and conservation.
• Ability to manage relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage social media and public enquiries.
• Develop advocacy messaging on conservation priorities.
• Support community groups engaged in conservation activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of conservation

Experience working with volunteers

Relationship management skills

Planning and organisation skills

Adaptability and resilience

Good computer skills

Experience with social media

Knowledge of statutory processes

Education

Valid driver licence

Job description

• Are you passionate about conservation and community engagement?
• Do you know how to get others engaged and active in supporting conservation?
• The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603, flexible working supported.
• The starting salary of the successful applicant will be based on their relevant skills and experience.
• Permanent, full-time based in Warkworth, Auckland.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

He angitūtanga | About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for you to become part of a strong, tight knit and hardworking team. You will contribute towards growing conservation in the Tāmaki Makaurau district alongside our Treaty partners and the community.

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive individual to support our community engagement program in delivering conservation outcomes. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing conservation efforts, fostering community involvement, and increasing conservation outputs.

The position will be focussed on:

• Responding to public enquiries
• Managing social media pages and ensure accurate and timely social media posts on Tamaki Makaurau District’s engagement priorities
• Developing and delivering advocacy messaging on the district’s conservation priorities
• Supporting advocacy events
• Providing advice and support for community groups engaged in conservation activities on public conservation land
• Building and maintaining relationships with community groups and our treaty partners, to empower them to undertake conservation activities
• Actively supporting the district’s emerging volunteer program
• Supporting the wider operations team with high priority work as required

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear and accurate messaging
• An excellent understanding of conservation, recreation, and community engagement
• Experience working with volunteers
• Good relationship management skills with the ability to build connections and collaborate with a range of stakeholders
• Good planning, organisation and time management skills
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to respond to shifting priorities
• Good computer skills and ability pick up new systems quickly
• A valid driver licence.
• Experience with social media and coordinating public information
• Knowledge of statutory processes and regulations

Even if you don’t tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply.

Mō te tīma | About the team

As part of the Tāmaki Makaurau District team, you will work with people who are passionate about the work they do, have a culture of inclusiveness and continual improvement with support for each other at the core.

You will be part of the dynamic Warkworth office with staff from all parts of DOC and a culture that many envy. Auckland is a great city in which to live and has the services and social life one would expect of the biggest city in New Zealand.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What’s in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We’re working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.

The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday 3 June 2025

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Helen Rowlands, Supervisor, [e-mail] 027 5403856

Taupānga | Job reference: DOC/1855655