This role offers:

• Ongoing full-time employment
• An attractive salary range starting at $110,266 pa + super
• Negotiable work location within the Central Tablelands region from any of our offices in Bathurst, Cowra, Lithgow, Molong, Mudgee or Orange
• Flexible work arrangements within the region, including work from home options
• Access to employee assistance programs for you and your direct family that includes counselling, health support, fitness programs, and financial and legal advice
• A great opportunity to engage with people on Country and to be part of an excellent team!
• Please note this position is open to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants only

Why We Need You!

Join us at Central Tablelands Local Land Services, the Regional Delivery Partner for the Australian Government's National Heritage Trust program. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Land Services Officer Aboriginal Communities to play a pivotal role in fostering meaningful connections with First Nations people and organisations within our region.

What You Will Be Responsible For

As a Senior Land Services Officer Aboriginal Communities, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating with Aboriginal communities to design and implement programs that address the needs and aspirations of the local community, while also aligning with the Local Land Services Local Strategic plan and the priorities of key investors, such as the Australia Government.

In addition to this, your role will involve building and strengthening connections, building cultural competency across our team and identifying areas of mutual benefit for sustainable agricultural practices and natural resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• Building community: Strengthen connections with First Nations people and organisations across the region to build trust and collaboration.
• Increasing engagement: Engage effectively with community to ensure that cultural practices are honoured, fostering an environment of trust and mutual respect
• Build our capacity to work with Aboriginal Women: We need someone with the experience and ability to engage with Aboriginal communities specifically on projects and programs that relate to traditional women's business in a way that honours traditional lore and protocols.
• Cultural competency training: Support the design and implementation of projects that build cultural competency across our internal teams
• Cultural broker network – Support the development of this group which focuses on aligning community and LLS aspirations as well as the codesign of projects in the Central Tablelands region.
• Project management – Lead and implement projects and initiatives in partnership with community, land managers, land management groups and various industry groups.

What does a day in this role look like:

• Spending time with Indigenous communities to build strong relationships.
• Meeting with project managers and local groups to strengthen connections.
• Coordinating project timelines, tracking milestones, and managing budgets.
• Attending local events alongside LLS staff and community members.
• Collaborating with team members and other Aboriginal Community Officers to deliver services and support groups
• Bringing community ideas and project concepts to life through hands-on planning and action.
• Participating in traditional land management activities on Country.

Essential requirements

• Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and accepted in the community as such. Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997
• A deep understanding of the cultural significance of women’s business within First Nations communities
• Proven experience in community engagement and collaboration with First Nations people and organisations.
• Advanced communication and community engagement skills, especially in engaging with First Nations community groups
• Proficient project management skills
• Advanced collaboration and teamwork skills including working with small project teams
• Current NSW Class C Driver License and the ability and willingness to travel

Applying is Easy!

If you are passionate about fostering meaningful connections and contributing to positive environmental outcomes, we encourage you to apply submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining how your skills align with our needs. We request that candidates address the criteria stated in this advertisement

If you require further information, please contact Clayton Miller at [email protected] or view the role description

Join us in making a significant impact on environmental sustainability and building lasting connections with First Nations communities.

Recruitment Process Adjustment

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to [email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed below for a confidential discussion.

About Us

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

As part of our team, you will be able to:

• Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.
• Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team.
• Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, you will be able to find the balance that works for you.

We are a young agency, but with that has come a personality that is dedicated, passionate, proactive, influential, and informed.

Additional Information

The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.