Closes: 05 June 2026 Classification: Senior Officer Grade C Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation Position No: 15691, Several Directorate: City and Environment Advertised (Gazettal date): 22 May 2026 Contact Officer: Simon Stratford on email_hidden or 0419746 Details: The Area Manager will lead and manage the operational delivery of natural resource management, asset protection and visitor services across a range of parks, reserves, rural land and forestry areas managed by Parks and Partnerships. The position provides strong leadership and supervision of staff, promoting a safe, inclusive and high‑performing workplace that supports staff development and workplace diversity. As a member of the broader management team, the role contributes to the strategic direction of the section and branch, represents the Directorate in engagements with stakeholders and partner agencies, and maintains effective relationships with community, commercial and government organisations. Eligibility/Other requirements Mandatory Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra Possess a manual driver’ license. Experience undertaking incident management duties including participation in fire standby, suppression and training. Highly Desirable A tertiary degree in environment or natural resource management with diversified experience of 5-8 years AND/OR equivalent associated natural resource management/environmental science qualifications (e.g. cert IV, associate diploma) AND/OR extensive experience in a relevant field. Note: This process will be used to create a merit pool that will be used to fill temporary vacancies varying in lengths as they arise. The Merit Pool established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. How to Apply: Please submit a written application addressing the Selection Criteria limiting responses to 350 word per criteria, along with your current curriculum vitae, listing two referees and their contact details. Applications should be submitted . Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service. Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act. City and Environment City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate. LI-DNI Note This process will be used to create a merit pool that will be used to fill temporary vacancies varying in lengths as they arise.
