Senior Curator (Horticulture/Living Collections) (709702)


Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Garden Operations
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 6

Salary:

$105,921.00 to $119,801.00 pro rata, per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, flexible, Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Hobart

Job description:

The purpose of the role is to actively manage, develop, research and curate the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens living collections, guided by the RTBG Strategic Master Plan, Living Collections Master Plan and the RTBG Board Action Plan 2023-2026.

The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE Tas) is committed to our vision of “building a sustainable Tasmania” where our natural resources, cultural values and environment are recognised and used sustainably to support our future prosperity. We take pride in fostering a workplace where diversity is celebrated, inclusivity is embraced, and safety is paramount. We strive to create an environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We understand that work-life balance is essential for personal and professional success. That’s why we offer flexible work options and are dedicated to making workplace adjustments that empower individuals to fully engage and excel in their roles. If you require any reasonable adjustments during your recruitment process, please let us know.

Hours per fortnight

73.50 (minimum 58.80 hours, by negotiation).

Duties

Actively manage, develop, research and curate the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens living collections, guided by the RTBG Strategic Master Plan, Living Collections Master Plan and the RTBG Board Action Plan 2023-2026.

Desirable Requirements

  • A Diploma in Botanic Gardens Management or an Advanced Diploma in Horticulture or Plant Science or equivalent. 
  • Demonstrated supervisory/management experience in a botanic garden setting.
  • A current motor vehicle driver’s license.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Download File SOD - 709702 - Senior Curator (Living Collections) - Band 6.docx

Download File Advice to Applicants.docx

How to apply

To apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV.

Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please apply online by clicking the blue "Apply Now" button.

Refer to the 'Advice to Applicants' document for further information.

If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact Recruitment on recruitment@nre.tas.gov.au 

For more information on the position please contact:

David Reid
Manager, Garden Operations
david.reid@rtbg.tas.gov.au 
0438 058 818

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