Wildlife Ecologist Australian Sea Lion Conservation

**Department for Environment and Water**
**Job reference**: 689301
**Location**: 5223 - KINGSCOTE
**Job status**: Short Term Contract
**Eligibility**: Open to Everyone

**About the Role**:
An exciting opportunity exists for a Wildlife Ecologist-Australian Sea Lion (ASL) Conservation working for National Parks and Wildlife Service based in the beautiful Kangaroo Island Region. The Wildlife Ecologist works with a diverse range of partners and networks, including industry stakeholders to implement high quality and practical, scientific evidence-based conservation actions for ASL. The role works closely with both internal and external stakeholders and particularly focuses on mitigating threats to South Australia's ASL population.

**What can we offer you**
- Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia
- Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
- Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
- Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
- Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Meaningful and rewarding career

**Contract**:
Contract up to 30 June 2026.

**Essential Qualifications**:
Degree in the field of science, ecology, biodiversity management, natural resource management (or related field).

**Special Conditions**:

- Will be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
- A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a 4wd is essential.
- Inter and intrastate and remote area travel may be required, including travel in light aircraft and work outside of the normal hours of work.
- A current First Aid Certificate is desirable.

**Remuneration**:
PO2 $88,255 min - $97,667 max p.a.

**Enquiries to**:
Anthony Sandeman
National Parks and Wildlife Manager, KI
0439 081 854

**Application Instructions**:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

**Applications close**: 13/08/2025 11:00 PM