Position No: DBCA3171560

Salary/Level: Level 3, $86,439 - $92,795 p.a. plus Superannuation

Tenure: Permanent, Full-time

Location: Woodvale, Western Australia

Applied research undertaken by the Animal Science Program seeks to understand the factors and processes that are critical for the conservation of Western Australia's rich and unique native fauna.

We currently have an opportunity for a Technical Officer to join our team.

Under general direction, this position provides technical assistance for the delivery of scientific research to support the conservation management of terrestrial fauna, including planning and undertaking fieldwork, data management and analysis, and preparation of reports and manuscripts. Also assists with coordinating volunteers and students.

At DBCA, we have adopted Leadership Expectations which provides a common understanding of the mindsets and expected behaviours required of all our employees and the public sector. In this role, you will demonstrate Personal Leadership to help drive positive change.

Application Instructions:

To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:

• A covering letter.
• A written response addressing the four (4) requested criteria below (in no more than four (4) pages).
• A current CV, including the details of two referees with one being a recent or current manager/supervisor.

Selection Criteria

1. Considerable experience in assisting the planning and implementation of field-based fauna research.
2. Sound knowledge of word-processing, spreadsheet, databasing and GIS software and GPS systems.
3. Relevant experience in assisting with the preparation of technical and scientific reports.
4. Well-developed ability to work in diverse teams and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver collaborative research.

Please click “Apply” and you will be redirected to the WA Government Jobs Board website at https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ where you can submit your application online.

For further information on the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, please visit https://www.dbca.wa.gov.au/.

For further job-related information, please contact Dr Lesley Gibson on 0417 648 825.

Closing date: Thursday, 7 August 2025 at 12 noon AWST (2pm AEST). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.