• Senior Project Officer, Data Management and Reporting (Threatened Species)
• Temporary full-time (up to 30 June 2026) opportunity
• Located at Wollongong
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + super

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Sound knowledge of GIS and data management theory and how it is applied in an environmental management agency.
• Demonstrated skills and experience to provide advice and training in field survey techniques, GIS software (ArcGIS), data and database management.
• Experience in data management principles, including schema development and management, building data models and scripts to help manage data in accordance with defined standards.
• Experience in statistical analysis of large ecological datasets.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications relevant to the discipline or equivalent experience.
• Current Australian driver’s license.
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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 DO

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National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Senior Project Officer, Data Management & Reporting (Threatened Species), to work as part of the Threatened Species Unit in the Biodiversity and Ecological Health Branch, and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with the initiative, ability, and desire to work in small, dynamic, and productive team. Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis of large ecological datasets and designing species monitoring programs, with advanced proficiency in R, Power BI, and ArcGIS, will be highly regarded. An understanding of procurement and contract management and some public sector knowledge would be desirable.