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• Temporary (28 February 2025) full-time opportunity with the potential for extension
• Office location – Lidcombe
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $116,059 to $129,288 + Super

About the role

The Scientist is responsible for delivering the monitoring, evaluation and reporting on wetland frogs in iconic wetlands of the Murray-Darling Basin. The role involves computer-based data preparation, data processing, data management and statistical analysis; field work; interpreting results, and the preparation of technical reports and other information products to communicate outcomes to both expert and non-expert audiences. 

About You

We are looking for a highly motivated, hardworking individual to fill this temporary position and drive the delivery of the wetland fauna workstream of our monitoring, evaluation and reporting program.  We would like to hear from experienced scientists with demonstrated experience in undertaking waterbird and frog wetland surveys, successfully managing large programs, stakeholder relationships and delivering rigorous science. You will also have extensive experience planning collaborative field trips with other internal and external staff, and willing to travel for field trips to the Murray Darling Basin. Experience with 4WD essential, and other field vehicles preferred but not essential. 

Key knowledge and experience:

• Knowledge and experience in the delivery of large-scale wetland monitoring-related projects, including planning, delivery and budget-related oversight.
• Experience in land manager/owner/stakeholder consultation to facilitate environmental program delivery.
• Demonstrated experience in producing research publications or advanced technical scientific reports relating to applied wildlife ecology of Australian wetland fauna.

Essential requirements:

• Relevant scientific qualifications

For more information read the full Role Description:  Senior Scientist – Wetland Fauna

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Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

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.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

To Apply

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.

Applications close 26^th November 2024 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Joanne Ling via joanne.ling@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 0409 666 666.

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.

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