Assistant Project Officer Threatened Species
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Job no: 553215
Work type: Temporary full-time
Location: Dubbo
Categories: Wildlife Care and Management, Conservation, Project Management, Project Support
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Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $102,936 to $113,579 + employer's contribution to superannuation
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
Join the National Parks Wildlife Service NPWS as a Threatened Species Assistant Project Officer and help deliver conservation outcomes that make a real difference for some of New South Wales' most vulnerable native species. This role is funded through the Saving Our Species Program until 30 June 2029, you will work within the passionate and supportive West Branch Conservation Team to assist the planning and delivery of projects to protect and enhance threatened species across western NSW.
This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on conservation work with project delivery and play a direct role in securing the future of threatened species across western New South Wales. Your focus will be on species protected under the Saving our Species Program such as the Plains Wanderer and Purple Copper Butterfly. Your day-to-day work will be varied with travel to some of the most remote and scenic parks in NSW to collect field data utilising such tools as song recorders and trap cameras as well as data analysis and reporting in the office. You will also work with internal and external stakeholders to research and implement threat mitigation activities including feral animal and weed control.
We are seeking a motivated and organised conservation professional with experience in environmental management, conservation, threatened species programs, ecology or a related field. You will have a sound understanding of threatened species conservation principles and the ability to support the delivery of projects through strong organisational, administrative and communication skills. Experience working in remote field-based environments, undertaking operational activities and managing competing priorities will be highly regarded.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player who is passionate about biodiversity conservation and enjoys working with a diverse range of stakeholders. You will bring strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to contribute to conservation planning, monitoring and reporting activities. A current Australian Class C Driver Licence, willingness to obtain a 4WD certification and a commitment to safe work practices are essential. If you are looking to make a meaningful contribution to threatened species recovery while building your career with National Parks & Wildlife Service, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Knowledge and experience – as outlined in role description
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
Successful candidates may be eligible for additional benefits, depending on location and approval.
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.
Applications close on Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11:55pm.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Vaaruni Narayana at vaaruni.narayanaiyengar@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 553215).
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