Job Overview

Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.

THIS IS A 48-MONTH FIXED-TERM, FULL-TIME POSITION (WITH THE POSSIBILITY OF EXTENSION OR PERMANENCY). THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON. APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT MIDDAY ON TUESDAY, 10 NOVEMBER 2026.

About the Program

The Species and Communities Program coordinates the listing, management and recovery of threatened species and ecological communities. The program provides policy, strategic and technical advice on fauna, flora, ecological community and Ramsar wetland conservation.

We are currently seeking a Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer to join our team.

The Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer supports the development and delivery of the Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Strategy and plays a critical role in shaping threatened species conservation in WA. This role will support the Project Coordinator in successful delivery of the whole-of-department strategy to improve conservation and recovery outcomes for threatened species and ecological communities. The role is critical for supporting the establishment of clear strategic direction, identifying necessary reforms for threatened species and ecological communities recovery planning, recovery teams and ex-situ and in-situ conservation across DBCA and with key government, non-government and traditional owner partners.

The Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer will provide expert advice, gained from first-hand experience with species recovery, to guide and support the successful delivery of the strategy,



improved threatened species conservation outcomes in WA, including the development and implementation of policies, guidelines, systems and processes required to implement the strategy.

In facilitating the delivery of the strategy, this role will be guided by the Project Coordinator and will entail high-level stakeholder engagement including with other areas of the department, external stakeholders, working group coordination and project budget management.

At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (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 be Leading Others (at Level 6) or demonstrate Personal Leadership (at Level 5) to help drive positive change.

Selection Criteria

Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than three (3) pages in total.

- Extensive (Level 6) or some (Level 5) experience in fauna or flora species or ecological community conservation and/or recovery in Australia including participation in species recovery teams, development of recovery plans or application of them through regulation and management.
- Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) skills in analysing,



developing and implementing solutions for complex conservation or environmental impact challenges to influence conservation outcomes.
- Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) project management skills with proven ability to delivery complex project on time and within budget.
- Highly developed (Level 6) or well-developed (Level 5) written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage with a variety of environmental and community stakeholders to influence positive environmental outcomes.

About Us

DBCA, one of Western Australia's largest state government agencies, providing exciting and challenging career opportunities in biodiversity conservation and park and natural resource management. We employ people with world-class scientific, policy, land and marine management, visitor services, research and educational skills. For more information on what we do, our recruitment process, and why working at DBCA is an attractive proposition, please visit our website .

Perks of working with us

In addition to the attractive salary and opportunities to contribute to biodiversity and environmental conservation initiatives, the department offers incentives including:

- Staff discounts at gyms, pools and fitness centres (where available) through the Fitness Passport program.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading paid as additional pay every December.
- 3 days additional public sector holidays each year.
- Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
- Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
- A confidenti

📌 Threatened Species and Ecological Communities Policy Officer (Australia)
🏢 Department of Biodiversity Conservation And Attractions
📍 Australia