The Manager, Heritage and Cultural Values will lead a team to ensure the development of strategic, operational and tactical plans for forest and fire management appropriately consider and manage for the protection of Aboriginal cultural and historical heritage places, objects and values, and identify strategic opportunities to manage heritage values more effectively.

The Manager will develop effective working relationships with Traditional Owners, Registered Aboriginal parties, partner agencies, First People-State Relations and Heritage Victoria to enable effective collaboration of heritage protection and management on public land. The Manager will also contribute to building an inclusive and high performing workforce that is community focussed, collaborative, professional and engaged.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• An appropriate qualification or demonstrated practical experience in Cultural Heritage Management, Archaeology, or Anthropology, and appropriate Geographical Information system (GIS) skills or ability to acquire these.
• Knowledge of, and experience in the identification, protection, and management of Aboriginal and historic heritage places, objects, and values is highly desirable.
• An understanding of relevant Aboriginal cultural heritage and historic heritage legislation and DEECA's Pupangarli Marnmarnepu Strategy.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within the Grampians Region 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 Tuesday, 22 April 2025

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

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.

For further information including the position description, key selection criteria and to apply visit www.careers.vic.gov.au