Assistant Project Officer, Cultural Scientist

2 weeks ago


Wollongong, Australia NSW Government -Environment and Heritage Group Full time

**_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**
- Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies._
- **Temporary Fulltime opportunity until 30 Jun 2026**:

- **L**ocated Parramatta, other locations by negotiation, WFH available**:

- **Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $84,757 to $94,265 + super**

The Department of Planning and Environment is currently seeking to **Assistant Project Officer, Cultural Scientist **to join our Environment & Heritage Group.

The role provides technical, scientific and analytical support for the delivery of a range of discrete cultural science research projects for internal DPE clients and external stakeholders. You’ll address issues and support Aboriginal community autonomy and self-determination in land and water management (Caring for Country) and planning.

**About You**

The role will be co-ordinating and collating Cultural information to support Aboriginal values in the Fire planning process for NSW, contribute to establishing collaborative networks across the NSW Far South Coast communities. Undertaking field work with both cultural and western worlds, (including Aboriginal Ranger teams) creating foundational information to support Cultural knowledge being included into fire risk planning.

We are looking for and enthusiastic person who is willing to assist in meetings, training programs, planning and organisation, including communications (ie photography). Supporting data preparation and spatial GIS modelling activities and Cultural teachings will be provided through Traditional Ecological Knowledge by staff members.

To be successful in this role you will have;
- Demonstrated understanding about contributing to cultural research and community-based projects
- Experience working with cultural science - related collaborators
- Demonstrated understanding working with Aboriginal people, government organisations and communities with the ability to communicate across cultures.
- Current NSW Driver’s license
- Willingness to travel (including regional and city-based travel), including willingness to stay overnight in non-established camps in remote areas

**Identified Requirement**

This is an identified role under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 and as such Aboriginality is an essential requirement of the role. Aboriginal identified positions are developed where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977) for Aboriginal people who meet the following criteria:

- is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
- identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, and
- is accepted as such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Project Officer, Cultural Scientist

**About Us**
- The _Department of Planning & Environment_’s (DPE) vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department._

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, and offers job share and workplace adjustments.

**To Apply**

**Applications close 20**th** August 2023 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._

**Looking for more information or assistance in applying?**

Our Diversity team can assist to:

- provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

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