Engagement Officer, Community Fire Safety (003583)


Department of Police, Fire and Emergency Management
TFS - Community Fire Safety
Bushfire Risk Unit
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 5

Salary:

$96,584.00 to $101,313.00 per annum

Employment type:

Permanent, full-time

Region:

South

Location:

Hobart

Job description:

This role is responsible for the efficient and effective development, delivery and evaluation of engagement strategies and activities that support the regional implementation of the statewide Fuel Reduction Program, in accordance with overall strategic direction.

Are you looking for a role that will make a difference in supporting our community.

Hours per fortnight

73.5

Duties

This role is responsible for the efficient and effective development, delivery and evaluation of engagement strategies and activities that support the regional implementation of the statewide Fuel Reduction Program, in accordance with overall strategic direction.

What this role offers;

  • Join a multi-disciplinary team with opportunities for training and development.

  • Promote the Statewide Fuel Reduction Program within communities and industry groups.

  • Work closely with landowners and other stakeholders to deliver fuel reduction treatments.

Essential Requirements

Pre-Employment Checks 

The Head of the State Service has determined that a person nominated for appointment to this position is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer. Any relevant serious criminal offence or repeated serious offences over any period, which are not mitigated by additional information, may provide grounds for declining an application for appointment. Such offences would include, but are not limited to:

  • Arson and fire setting;
  • Sexual offences;
  • Dishonesty (e.g. theft, burglary, breaking and entering, fraud);
  • Deception (e.g. obtaining an advantage by deception);
  • Making false declarations;
  • Violent crimes and crimes against the person;
  • Malicious damage and destruction to property
  • Trafficking of narcotic substance;
  • False alarm raising. 

Desirable Requirements

Statement of Duties and Associated Documents

Engagement Officer, FRP - 003583 003584 003585 - SoD - Engagement Officer - Band5.docx

Engagement Officer FRP - 003583 003584 003585 - SoD - Engagement Officer - Band5.pdf

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.DOCX

Short Form Application Guidelines for Applicants Final.pdf

DPFEM is a child safe organisation which is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people; and every member of DPFEM has a responsibility to keep all children safe.  

As the organisation moves towards a more inclusive workplace which better reflects our community, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, cultures and abilities, and those that may require flexibility such as part-time, compressed days, or adjustments around start or finish times.

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. 

Online applications will only be accepted, please click the blue Apply now button to apply. If you experience any technical difficulties, please contact (03) 6173 2081.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Further Information

For further information on this position, please contact Matt Lindus, Policy and Engagement Manager, Fuel Reduction Program on 0417 241 144.

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