Discovery Guide Identified Casual

**_Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?_**

**_ Working to the protect state’s environment and heritage._**
- **Diverse and fulfilling **Discovery Guide (Tour Guide) Identified role**:

- **Casual role located in beautiful Narooma or Merimbula**:

- **Interpretive Assistant scale - hourly rate of between $37.76 - $39.12 depending on skills and experience + applicable casual loading.**

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**About the role**

**_ This is an Aboriginal Identified role_** **_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). _**

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Discovery Guide (Tour Guide) Identified to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

Discovery Guide will implement diverse activities and learning experiences for visitors across various locations to foster community awareness, appreciation and understanding for conserving the state’s natural and cultural heritage. This role will focus on practical experience in interpretive and educational guiding or in delivering training or classroom experiences.

**About you**

Your strong communication skills are paramount to the success of this role. You will be delivering programs to different stakeholders and will need to be able to think on your feet to respond to various questions and situations. Self-management is important for this role as there may be times you will be working alone and will need to ensure safety is a priority meeting the required Work Health Safety standards. Your experience in teaching and education will be highly valued. Demonstrated passion for geography and science, the Australian environment and awareness of NPWS values.

**Essential requirements**
- 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 a such by the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
- Sensitivity to and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and an excellent understanding of Aboriginal community governance and structures.
- Current Working with Children check
- Senior First Aid certificate.

For more information, please read the **Role Description**:Discovery Guide Identified**

**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.

**What we can offer you**

**NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service **is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.
- Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
- Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

**What we do**

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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North Coast Branch Overview

**To Apply**

**Applications close: Wednesday 27**th** of November 2024 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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