Natural Resources and Water

Reference #: QLD/NRW0056/09

To assess Development Applications on freehold and State-owned land and make recommendations to the delegated officer concerning the approval, refusal and conditioning of permits to develop and clear land. To provide advice to Natural Resources & Water (NRW) customers in relation to the administration of State Government’s Statutory Framework for Vegetation Management (includes legislation & policy interpretation and guidance).

Job details

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Applicants will be assessed on how well they meet each of the below selection criteria.  In order to apply for the position, applicants will need to provide 1-2 page per criterion.  Applicants should refer to all relevant skills, knowledge and experience in addressing the criteria, not just those relating to the duties and responsibilities for the position.  The Guide for Applicants http://nrw.qld.gov.au/about/employment/how_to_apply.html provides information about how to respond to selection criteria.

Selection Criterion 1 – Knowledge of, or ability to rapidly acquire a knowledge of, Queensland’s Vegetation Management statutory framework including legislation, policies, guidelines, application assessment procedures and planning initiatives. Weighting 25%        

Selection Criterion 2 - Demonstrated skills and knowledge necessary to undertake desktop and on-ground land resource and/or biodiversity conservation planning assessments and knowledge of the role that native vegetation and its management contribute to the maintenance of ecosystem processes, biodiversity and sustainable agricultural production. Weighting 25%

Selection Criterion 3 - Demonstrated high-level communication skills, both internally and externally, with particular abilities in the areas of negotiation and consultation, and to represent the Department in a professional capacity within a diverse customer base. Weighting 25%

Selection Criterion 4 – Demonstrated ability to work as an integral part of an effective regional team, to contribute to team development, business improvement and performance through enthusiasm, participation, innovation and a positive attitude. Weighting 25%

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT:

Nil.

DELEGATIONS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Human Resource Delegation Level 5

“If approved, this position will hold a maximum Financial Delegation of Level 5 from the Director-General under the Financial Administration and Audit act 1977”

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has additional responsibilities under the following legislation to ensure a safe, fair and equitable workplace:

• Public Service Act 1996
• Workplace Health and Safety Act 1995
• Industrial Relations Act 1999
• Financial Administration and Audit Act 1977.

Departmental Standards, policies and directives will also provide information and advice to assist managers and supervisors to meet management responsibilities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports to the Senior Vegetation Management Officer.

Salary

Salary per annum:    $63201 - $68693
Salary per fortnight:    $2422.50 - $2633.00

Contact Details

Position Courtesy of www.jobs.qld.gov.au please refer to the website for further details and how to apply.

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