Temporary opportunity for 12 months . Full-time role - 35 hours per week FlexTime . Parramatta location or by negotiation - hybrid working supported . Salary ranges from $124,322.00 to $138,494.00 super leave loading . Are you keen to use your research skills to contribute to the foundation of threatened species and ecological community conservation in NSW? . Our Threatened Species and Assessments team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Project Officer - Threatened Listing Assessment to join our Listings and Assessments team, in the Threatened Species and Ecosystems Policy branch. In this role, you will provide high-level scientific and analytical expertise to support the listing of threatened ecological communities across NSW. As a key priority, you will lead assessments of ecological community composition, function and threats, and assist the NSW Threatened Species Scientific Committee to make informed listing decisions under the Biodiversity Conservation Act . Your work may also involve assessing the threat status of species. About You To be successful in this role, you must have: Extensive experience in supporting complex projects to achieve priority objectives. Experience in exercising judgement to form recommendations in line with statutory requirements. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels. Demonstrated knowledge of ecological communities. Essential Requirements Degree qualification in a relevant field. For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Project Officer - Threatened Listing Assessment . 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. nrmjobs.com.au/job/20027321
