Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW? Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies . Temporary full-time opportunity until 30 June 2028 . Office location - Parramatta . Salary relative to experience and ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 Super . The DCCEEW is seeking to appoint a Senior Threatened Species Officer to the Greater Sydney Branch, Regional Delivery Division. The Senior Threatened Species Officer will lead delivery of an urban ecological restoration and education project for the critically endangered ecological community Blue Gum High Forest in the Sydney Basin bioregion. The role will plan, co-ordinate and implement this multi-faceted conservation project as part of the Saving our Species (SoS) program. The role prioritises the development of partnerships with local stakeholders to deliver threatened ecological community recovery actions, and provides expert input to project plans, mapping and databases. The role also delivers community engagement and education programs to raise community awareness and encourage participation in biodiversity conservation and management. This role will require regular on-ground site visits in the northern Sydney region. About You You are a passionate conservation professional with strong ecological knowledge and experience in management of threatened ecological communities. You can work independently and collaboratively across diverse land tenures and community settings. You have analytical skills and the ability to provide expert advice on biodiversity management. Your excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills enable you to lead partnerships, educate the community, and influence positive conservation outcomes. You have experience planning and delivering projects, operating within procurement frameworks, conducting fieldwork, collaborating with project partners and contractors, and meeting deadlines. Key knowledge and experience A science degree or a degree in a relevant natural resource discipline. Demonstrated experience in project management and stakeholder engagement. Knowledge of threatened ecological communities and ecological restoration. Proficiency with GIS mapping tools. A valid Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly within the Sydney region. For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Threatened Species Officer . For more information from LinkedIn hit Apply to visit the iworkfor.nsw.gov.au website. About Us DCCEEW vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organization that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department . In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments. nrmjobs.com.au/job/20026618
