Parks Victoria are looking for a Program Leader Ecological Water to provide leadership and support to regional staff.
| Department: | Parks Victoria |
| Work Type: | Fixed term – full time or part time |
| Job Function: | Environment |
| Classification: | PVO6 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne – CBD |
| Reference: | VG/1066400/PLEW |
| Closing Date: | 10-Sep-2023 |
| Salary Range: | $102,996 – $110,619 |
| Job Duration: | 23-AUG-2024 |
| Attachments: | Position Description – 10664 – Program Leader Ecological Water.pdf (PDF, 221KB) Job Specification Position Description – 10664 – Program Leader Ecological Water.docx (Word, 85KB) Job Specification |
| Contact: | Philip Pegler phil.pegler@parks.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
About the role
As the Program Leader Ecological Water, you will lead liaison on environmental water and aquatic ecology matters with the catchment management authorities, DEECA, the Victorian Environmental Water Holder (VEWH), water authorities and other agencies to improve outcomes for rivers, floodplains, and wetlands in parks. You will also ensure requirements for ecological water management, including consideration of climate change, are incorporated into conservation action plans and other plans and submissions.
As part of your day-to-day duties, you will provide strategic advice to regional staff regarding environmental water planning and delivery as well as related infrastructure developments; contribute to policies and strategies related to the management of water regimes; and build networks and relationships with staff in Parks Victoria and other agencies.
We’re looking for someone with:
- A tertiary qualification in ecology, environmental science, or environmental management or similar.
- Experience in working in environmental water or freshwater ecology including the provision of technical analysis and advice.
- Demonstrated ability and experience to analyse and interpret ecological information and to understand and communicate their implications for environmental management.
- Knowledge of legislation, regulations, guidelines, policies, and practices in relation to ecological water preferably within a government organisation.
Your application will need to include:
- A current Resume
- A cover letter
- MUST address the key selection criteria
Application Closing date: Sunday, 10th September 2023
Sound like you?
If this sounds like you, for a confidential discussion about the role, call Phil Pegler, Manager of Conservation Planning on 0408 563 235 or apply online.
Culture
The Environment & Science Directorate is focused on conserving nature in Victoria’s parks, in the face of unprecedented threats. We are a passionate team of science and conservation professionals who value integrity, collaboration and innovation. We work with our partners to protect and restore high-value natural systems, cultural values and landscapes by using science to enhance understanding of natural and social systems, developing new or best practice conservation programs, promoting nature and nature conservation, and creating research and education opportunities.
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, that brings out our best, values everyone’s contribution and works within a flexible working environment, ultimately reflecting the community we serve.
Only people with Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a non-citizen with a valid visa that provides work rights may apply for this position
