Identified position This position is an ‘Identified’ position which signifies that the role has a strong involvement in issues relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The successful applicant must have an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and an ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People. Who we are Australia’s natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them. The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future. Kakadu National Park is a world-heritage listed site for its natural and cultural values, and one of three national parks, leased by their Aboriginal owners to the Director of National Parks, and jointly managed by Traditional Owners and Parks Australia. Parks Australia assists with ongoing management of the park’s natural and cultural heritage. In addition to ongoing management of the park’s natural and cultural heritage, this branch also manages strategic priorities for Parks Australia, managing a range of strategic planning and major capital projects across the three jointly managed parks. The Permits, Licenses and Assessments Section is responsible for the regulation of activities in Kakadu National Park to protect its natural and cultural values and ensure that activities are consistent with relevant legislation and the park’s Joint Management arrangements with its Traditional Owners. The section does this by managing all permits, licenses, and other authorisation processes in Kakadu, assessing the impact of proposed activities and making recommendations to decision makers. The section consults broadly and coordinates expert advice from other sections in Kakadu, the Traditional Owners and key stakeholders in the park. The key duties of the position include: Under the general supervision and direction of the Permits, Licenses and Assessments managers to help maintain a vibrant tourism sector in Kakadu by: Being the point of contact for commercial tour operators, tourism partners and visitors by phone, email or face-to-face. Maintaining positive experiences by offering sound advice to tour operators and visitors regarding applications, access to areas, permit availability, and permit conditions. Developing and maintaining a good understanding of the EPBC Act and Kakadu National Park Management Plan as well as other key legislation and guidelines relating to tourism and media in the park. Administering, reviewing and processing permit applications for camping, bushwalking, commercial tour operations, and other commercial activities in a timely manner. Processing fee payments for camping and commercial activities. Assisting the Permits Manager and Tourism and Visitor Services Manager on specified projects as required. Entering data from permit applications with attention to detail and maintaining an accurate database. Assist with the analysis of data and provide reports as required. Effectively contribute ideas and identify opportunities as a member of a team to the joint management of a World Heritage National Park. Share the Traditional Owner’s vision for the future of the park and participate in the exchange of knowledge, experience and skills between Indigenous and non-Indigenous staff, the community and public. For detailed information about the job-specific capabilities for this role, please view the Job Description which can be downloaded from our website - the Apply Now link will take you there. Eligibility Citizenship - to be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen. Security Clearance - this position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level. Pre-employment checks - your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period. Additional requirements Hold a current Apply First Aid Certificate or have the ability to obtain this qualification. Hold and maintain a current manual driver’s licence and ability to drive a 4WD vehicle. Relocation assistance is subject to negotiation.
