Ranger in Charge
Full-time Temporary
Closes: 27 May 2025
Classification: Technical Officer Level 4
Salary: $99,654 - $113,315 plus superannuation
Position No: 09905, several
Directorate: Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development
Advertised (Gazettal date): 13 May 2025
Contact Officer: Simon Stratford on
Simon.Stratford@act.gov.au
or
0419 746 981
Details: The Parks and Partnerships section provides management responsibilities for Canberra Nature Park, Namadgi National Park, Murrumbidgee River Corridor, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, Molonglo River Park, Googong Foreshores and the Lower Cotter Catchment. The day to day management of the forestry and rural areas within the eastern part of ACT is also a responsibility of the section.
The Ranger in Charge position is responsible for the supervision of Park Rangers, Technical Officers and Field Officers in the planning, coordination and delivery of a broad range of conservation and land management programs within a specific management unit.
The position is outcome focused and works closely with the Area Manager in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of coordinated programs, adhering to the development of operational works and risk management plans.
The Ranger in Charge also maintains effective and courteous relationships with all other stakeholders including neighbours, other government agencies and members of the public.
Eligibility/Other Requirements:
Essential:
- Experience undertaking incident management duties including participation in fire standby, suppression and training.
- A degree in natural resource management with diversified experience of 5-8 years AND/OR equivalent associated natural resource management/environmental science qualifications (eg. cert IV, associate diploma) and extensive experience in a relevant field.
- Manual Drivers licence
Desirable:
- Chainsaw – Trim and Crosscut
- Chem Cert III
- ATV and/or Quad Bike, 4WD
- First Aid or Remote Area First Aid
- Workplace Health and Safety Induction (White Card) or willingness to obtain; General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
Note: A Merit Pool will be 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. There is a possibility of extension up to 12 months after the initial period offered.
How to Apply: Please submit a written application of no more than two pages, addressing the Selection Criteria, along with your current curriculum vitae, listing two referees and their contact details.
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Note
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. There is a possibility of extension up to 12 months after the initial period offered.