Senior Land Services Officer Cultural Broker

Temporary full time position until June 2028

Location: Dubbo (Coonamble or Coonabarabran location also considered)

Salary starting from $113,574pa + super

Please note this position is open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants only

A great opportunity to engage with people on Country

Overview

Join us at Central West Local Land Services, the Regional Delivery Partner for the Australian Government's National Heritage Trust program. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced First Nations Cultural Broker to play a pivotal role in fostering meaningful connections with First Nations people and organisations within our region.

What You Will Be Responsible For

As a First Nations Cultural Broker, you will contribute to the improvement and implementation of our Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP) and actively support the delivery of First Nations-related requirements outlined in the Deed. Your role will involve building and strengthening connections, building cultural competency across our team, and identifying areas of mutual benefit for sustainable agricultural practices and natural resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• Improving the Indigenous Participation Plan: Work with our regional partner to update the Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP) based on feedback from the Australian Government.
• Building Community: Strengthen connections with First Nations people and organisations across the region to build trust and collaboration.
• Implementing the Deed: Lead the implementation of First Nations-related requirements in the Deed, including engagement, co-design activities, and respecting Indigenous Cultural Intellectual Property.
• Cultural Competency Training: Provide training to improve cultural competency, tackle barriers, and build formal partnerships with local First Nations groups.
• Cultural Inclusion Strategies: Create and implement strategies to boost First Nations engagement and participation in key projects.
• Supporting Employment and Leadership: Help increase First Nations employment and leadership, focusing on knowledge transfer and capacity building.
• Meeting Targets: Assist in achieving First Nations employment and supplier use targets set in the Deed.
• Communication Channels: Set up and improve communication channels between First Nations communities and Central West Local Land Services, including regular calls, meetings, and site visits.
• Finding Mutual Benefits: Identify areas where both the First Nations community and Central West Local Land Services can benefit, promoting sustainable agriculture practices and NRM planning.
• Addressing Constraints: Identify and address any constraints, whether they are logistical, time-related, technical, capacity-related, or cultural, to enhance First Nations people's participation.

Essential Requirements

• Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and accepted in the community as such. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997
• Proven experience in community engagement and collaboration with First Nations people and organisations.
• Advanced communication and community engagement skills, especially in engaging with First Nations community groups
• Proficient project management skills
• Advanced collaboration and teamwork skills including working with small project teams
• Current NSW Class C Driver Licence and the ability and willingness to travel

Applying is Easy

All applications must be submitted online and should include your current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for this position.

If you require further information, please contact Tanya Muccillo at tanya.muccillo@lls.nsw.gov.au or view the role description.

What is the Process?

The process starts with you submitting your application. Once your application has been received, you will receive an email confirmation and further correspondence when the role advertisement closes.

You might be asked to attend an interview (either via video, over the phone or face to face), or complete a written or other assessment task. Reference checks will also be undertaken if you are successful in being placed into a role.

Application Closing Date

Monday 15th September 2025 at 11.55pm

Recruitment Adjustments

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

About Us: Together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies. Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The Department Brings Together

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. Diversity and inclusion are core DPIRD values. Everyone has the right to contribute and participate to their full potential. We are committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive culture that is respectful, welcoming and flexible – a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and part of our collective success.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

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