Manager Threatened Species

**_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**
- Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage._
- **Manager, Threatened Species and Ecosystems Policy (Environment Officer Class 14)**:

- **Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity**:

- **Role is based in Parramatta - location negotiable and hybrid working supported**:

- **Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $168,079 to $186,401 + super**

Our Nature and Natural Capital Strategy Division is seeking to appoint a Manager, Threatened Species and Ecosystems Policy. This role will involve leading and managing a multidisciplinary team responsible for developing policies and strategies related to the conservation of threatened species. In addition to overseeing cross-agency and inter-jurisdictional forums focused on species and ecosystem preservation, the Manager will ensure the successful delivery of strategic objectives and the implementation of high-priority policies and initiatives.

**About You**

To succeed in this role, you will bring extensive experience in determining the most effective methods and approaches to achieve objectives, including business and project planning, as well as resource allocation. You will also have demonstrated experience in dealing with program and policy issues that are complex, making sound judgments, particularly when working under pressure or in the absence of complete information or expert advice.

**Essential Requirements**
- Tertiary qualifications in biodiversity/environmental science, natural resource management or similar discipline, and/or relevant experience

For more information read the full Role Description**:Manager Threatened Species and Ecosystems**

**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.

**To Apply**

**Applications close Wednesday, 21 May 2025 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.

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