Senior Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment Officer (Identified)

Victorian Government • AU • 1w ago

Be part of a supportive and motivated team culture Competitive Salary $107,178 - $115,111 Super Range of employee benefits Enjoy a healthy work life balance with flexible working options About the role: As the Senior Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment Officer, you will play a pivotal role within a multidisciplinary team, providing expert advice, leadership, and strategic support to ensure compliance with Aboriginal Cultural Heritage legislation and to achieve meaningful conservation outcomes. Reporting directly to the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment Manager, your role carries enhanced responsibilities for managing complex assessments and driving continuous improvement across assessment processes. This position is an “identified position” where “special measures” will be applied to applicants of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, however all applicants are eligible and welcome to apply. We're looking for someone with: Expert knowledge of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and related regulations. Experience managing complex Aboriginal cultural heritage assessments and compliance. Skilled in engaging and working collaboratively with Traditional Owners and Registered Aboriginal Parties. Ability to provide clear, expert advice and communicate sensitively with diverse stakeholders. If you don't meet every criteria in the position description, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value inclusion, collaboration and integrity. If this resonates with you, then please apply. Your application will need to include: Your current resume A cover letter Join our innovative organisation and enjoy what you do, apply today! Application Closing date: Sunday, 08 February 2026 About Us The Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division provides strategic direction and culturally sound advice to guide Parks Victoria and empower staff to genuinely partner and meaningfully engage with Traditional Owners, including through joint management of parks and reserves. Why Work For Us? Structured salary progression, including annual performance-based salary increases Incremental salary increases twice a year, as per the Parks Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2021 Work life balance through hybrid working arrangements, in accordance with government guidelines Supportive culture to undertake personal development and secondment employment opportunities Commitment to wellbeing through our dedicated Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Inclusive employment support, including cultural leave entitlements Sound like you? If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Heather Threadgold on Heather.Threadgold@parks.vic.gov.au or apply online! Organisational Commitments Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment. Parks Victoria recognises diversity and inclusion is everyone's business. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

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