Affirmative measure - Indigenous employment – The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Who we are Australia's natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them. The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future. Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park is named after two of Australia's most spectacular sites: the world-famous sandstone monolith of Ulu?u and the red domes of Kata Tjuta. Our dual World Heritage-listed park is in the heart of the Central Australian desert, about 450 km from Alice Springs. The land is owned by the A?angu people and leased to Parks Australia, who manage the national park in collaboration with the Traditional Owners. Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park was handed back to its Traditional Owners in 1985, the park has been jointly managed by A?angu and the Australian Government. All management policies and programs aim to maintain A?angu culture and heritage; conserve and protect the integrity of the ecological systems in and around the park; provide for visitor enjoyment and learning opportunities in the park. The Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a landscape is and will always be a significant place of knowledge and learning. Living and Working at Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park The successful candidate is required to live on Park at Ulu?u Kata-Tju?a National Park. Living and working on a dual World Heritage listed National Park is an incredibly rewarding and unique experience. Whilst there are challenges living remotely, working with a close-knit team provides an enriching experience where you can combine your passion for working on a World Heritage Park in the heart of the desert with an aptitude for working with people, solving complex problems and driving Joint Management outcomes working with Traditional Owners and A?angu. Affirmative measure - Indigenous employment – The filling of this vacancy is intended to constitute an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975. This vacancy is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. Who we are Australia's natural and cultural heritage is unique. Our land and seascapes are distinctive, home to plants and animals found nowhere else in the world, and to some of the oldest living cultures on earth. These environments and cultures are an essential part of our national identity, and visitors travel from across the country and the world to experience them. The Director of National Parks (the Director) is responsible for six national parks, the Australian National Botanic Gardens, 58 Australian Marine Parks and the Heard Island and McDonald Islands Marine Reserve established under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999. Parks Australia is the federal park agency that supports the Director, and they are a division of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department). We work to showcase these natural and cultural wonders to the world, demonstrating to all why these places are so special, and inspiring communities to become more invested in their care and future. Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park is named after two of Australia's most spectacular sites: the world-famous sandstone monolith of Ulu?u and the red domes of Kata Tjuta. Our dual World Heritage-listed park is in the heart of the Central Australian desert, about 450 km from Alice Springs. The land is owned by the A?angu people and leased to Parks Australia, who manage the national park in collaboration with the Traditional Owners. Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park was handed back to its Traditional Owners in 1985, the park has been jointly managed by A?angu and the Australian Government. All management policies and programs aim to maintain A?angu culture and heritage; conserve and protect the integrity of the ecological systems in and around the park; provide for visitor enjoyment and learning opportunities in the park. The Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a landscape is and will always be a significant place of knowledge and learning. Living and Working at Ulu?u-Kata Tju?a National Park The successful candidate is required to live on Park at Ulu?u Kata-Tju?a National Park. Living and working on a dual World Heritage listed National Park is an incredibly rewarding and unique experience. Whilst there are challenges living remotely, working with a close-knit team provides an enriching experience where you can combine your passion for working on a World Heritage Park in the heart of the desert with an aptitude for working with people, solving complex problems and driving Joint Management outcomes working with Traditional Owners and A?angu. The Job The UKTNP Park Manager position presents a unique opportunity to lead a culturally diverse workforce and to engage with Traditional Owners to work towards their vision for the future of the park. The ideal candidate for this position will have significant experience in conservation and land management practices, capacity building, managing day to day park operations, and the ability to communicate sensitively while operating in a complex environment. This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding position for the right candidate. In this role you will be required to: Remuneration – the remuneration package for this position includes housing and air conditioning subsidies and generous allowances as outlined in the DCCEEW Enterprise Agreement. This is an exceptional role and an Individual Flexibility Agreement may also be negotiated with the successful candidate. What we are looking for Knowledge and experience Skills and capabilities The successful applicant must: Eligibility and other requirements Citizenship - To be eligible for employment with the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water you must be an Australian citizen. Security Clearance - This position requires a Baseline Vetting security clearance. You will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level. Pre-employment Check - Your suitability for employment will be assessed through a pre-employment screening process. This process includes a requirement to undergo and satisfy a National Police Check, referee checks, character clearance and where required a pre-employment medical assessment, specified mandatory qualification(s) validation and a probation period of 6 months. For additional information, please read the Job Description below. 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