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Ranger, Visitor Management
Southern Parks & Forests Regional Operations; Management & Operations; Queensland Parks and Wildlife Services & Partnerships; Flexible
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Are you an outdoor enthusiast with a passion for conservation and a knack for people management?
Queensland's parks and protected areas are calling you to become the face of sustainable recreation in our incredible wilderness! Join us as an OO5 Visitor Management Ranger, where every day is an opportunity to mix adventure with purpose, ensuring that the breathtaking beauty of our natural landscapes can be enjoyed by everyone while preserving them for future generations. Align your career with a role that is more than just a job; it's an avenue to create meaningful and lasting change within our most treasured natural landscapes. If this sounds like you, keep reading to apply!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | OO5 |
| Workplace Location | Flexible,Toowoomba region,Darling Downs - Maranoa,South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/589482/24 |
| Closing date | 20-Sep-2024 |
| Job duration | For 4 months with possible extension |
| Contact person | Jolene Nelson |
| Contact details | Ph: 0460 008 621 Access the National Relay Service |
In this position your main focus area is Visitor Management, you will join the forefront of ecological stewardship and public engagement as an OO5 Ranger, Visitor Management with Queensland's Department of Environment and Science.
This role is perfect for those who are eager to elevate the sustainable interaction between the community and our protected areas. Take your career on an exhilarating journey where responsibility meets the great outdoors. This position is a not an on-park or operational role, though some field work and operational tasks or opportunities may arise.
Accept the challenge of blending leadership and love for the environment in this vital role. The impact of your work will resonate beyond the boundaries of our parks, as part of a small, dynamic team, this role is responsible for a range of tasks associated with communicating with and managing, visitors to the protected estate. Secure your position as an OO5 Ranger, Visitor Management and become a cornerstone in protecting Queensland's vibrant ecosystems while providing memorable experiences for all visitors.
In this exciting and dynamic role, you will have a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Ensuring exceptional visitor experiences by developing strategic communication and educational materials that highlight the uniqueness of Queensland's parks and forests.
- Leading and delivering projects focused on the enhancement of visitor infrastructure that are ecologically sensitive and user-friendly.
- Supervising and guiding a dedicated work group, setting the standard for excellence in park management and recreational services.
- Collaborating respectfully with First Nations communities, strengthening partnerships to preserve cultural heritage alongside natural resources.
- Managing advanced technical systems to monitor visitor activities, using data to inform sustainable practices and decision making.
- Providing environmental education to visitors, fostering a culture of conservation and respect for the natural environment.
- Overseeing compliance and permit enforcement within park boundaries, ensuring adherence to environmental policies and legislation.
- Coordinating risk management and emergency response procedures, including natural disaster plans and search and rescue operations, to ensure visitor safety andpark integrity.
How to apply, lodge your application using the link below consisting of the following:
• Your current resume of no more than 6 pages
• A short 1- or 2-page statement that briefly describes why you are the best suited person for this role--noting, our department values equity and diversity so please include information that will help us understand how you could contribute to our workforce diversity. Note: we are not seeking a written response to the key attributes.
• Evidence of the listed Mandatory Requirements to confirm your eligibility.
If you need any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process to help you demonstrate your ability to meet the inherent requirements of the role, please contact Jolene Nelson, Jolene.nelson@des.qld.gov.au OR Ph: 0460 008 621.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/589482/24
Closing Date: Friday, 20 September 2024
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