Manager Fire Policy and Legislation

1 week ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

**Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115

Occupation: Policy

Reference: VG/50937252B

The Manager, Fire Policy and Legislation in DEECA's Bushfire and Forest Services Group leads a team responsible for providing complex strategic, legislative and regulatory policy advice to support the integrated and effective management of bushfires on public land.

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the position plays a critical role in driving policy reform and continuous improvement, providing expert policy advice on emerging issues and opportuntiies, and designing creative and innovative solutions to complex problems to deliver on government objectives.

As a people leader, the Manager Fire Policy and Legislation is also proactive in building a positive, collaborative and engaged culture and coaching and mentoring staff to perform at their best.

**Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications**
- Tertiary qualification(s) in public policy, law, social science, emergency management or environmental management or similar
- Proven experience in the design and implementation of strategic, legislative or regulatory policy reform is essential
- A demonstrated understanding of fire management in Victoria will be highly regarded

**This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is Melbourne CBD with hybrid work arrangements available.**

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

**Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 08 January 2025.**

**Other relevant information**:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

**A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace**
- DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave._

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