Aboriginal Heritage Project Officer (Designated Aboriginal Position) Job posted: 30/08/2024 Job type: Full time / September 2026 Organisation: Parks Victoria Occupation: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander services Reference: VG/10752/DAP Join Parks Victoria as a Regional Aboriginal Heritage Project Officer to manage cultural landscapes across the State! Join a supportive and inclusive team culture Competitive salary: $87,557 - $94,037 + Super + Employee benefits including Cultural Leave Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and be part of our Aboriginal Staff Network
About the role
The primary focus of your position is to support the protection of Aboriginal cultural heritage (ACH) values on Parks Victoria managed land in the Metro Region. You will work with the Aboriginal Heritage Coordinator to support district staff to implement Parks Victoria's policies and procedures for protecting ACH, in line with the organisation's Managing Country Together principles and legislative requirements and embed ACH values into operational planning and priority-setting. You will work closely with Traditional Owners and other land management partners to identify appropriate measures to protect Aboriginal heritage values on the parks estate and support the implementation of on-ground partnership projects that improve the knowledge, security, and condition of ACH values. The position will also have a key role in supporting North Region staff to improve their understanding and capacity in ACH protection. We're looking for someone with:
Good Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Identification and management skills. Tertiary qualification in Aboriginal Cultural Heritage management is desirable. Ability to manage high workloads and meet timelines. Experience in working effectively with Traditional Owners.
Your application will need to include:
A Current Resume Confirmation of Aboriginality
For any additional information please call Barry Coombes on 0400 883 939. If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age, or gender. If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss. Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees must undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment. A number of positions have been approved for Australian Aboriginals and/or Torres Strait Islander People under the 'special measures' section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for Designated Aboriginal positions. Applicants will be required to provide a formal identification certificate. #J-18808-Ljbffr
