Nature-Based Tourism Division Engagement Officer DBCA3171940 PSCA, Level 5 or 6, $105,167 - $114,938 or $120,457 - $132,753 plus 12% Superannuation
Join us in our mission to promote biodiversity, conserve our valuable ecosystems, and provide engaging attractions that connect people with nature.
THIS IS A PERMANENT, FULL-TIME POSITION
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN KENSINGTON
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION CLOSE AT
MIDDAY ON WEDNESDAY, 27 AUGUST 2025
The Nature-based Tourism Division is the point of contact for departmental staff and the tourism industry to facilitate sustainable, nature and culture-based commercial tourism and attractions on national, marine and conservation parks and reserves managed by the Parks and Wildlife Service.
The division leads by issuing and helping to manage a range of leases and licences including commercial operations licences, commercial leases, apiary permits, and commercial filming and events licences. The division also provides advice to departmental staff and the tourism industry to facilitate tourism development and revenue-generating initiatives.
We currently have an opportunity for an Engagement Officer to join our team.
The Engagement Officer coordinates and delivers communications, media, and digital engagement initiatives to support the core functions of the Nature-based Tourism Division. This role contributes to the development and implementation of high-quality strategies that enhance tourism experiences, promote departmental priorities, supports the department’s engagement among stakeholders and the broader community. It also supports relationships with commercial tourism operators and fosters strong, collaborative partnerships with internal stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes in nature-based tourism.
At the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA), we have adopted 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 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.
1. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing effective communications plans (Level 6), or experience/ability to contribute to communication and marketing initiatives (Level 5), using a variety of mediums to engage target audiences and support strategic objectives.
2. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (Level 6), or strong communication skills with the ability to prepare high-quality documentation (Level 5), including speech writing, strategic communications, Ministerial briefings, complaint resolution, and report writing.
3. Highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills (Level 6), or ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships (Level 5), with a track record of providing strategic advice to senior stakeholders in government or corporate settings.
4. Demonstrated high-level contemporary communications skills (Level 6), or experience/ability to support digital, visual, and verbal communication delivery (Level 5), with a focus on media engagement and audience-specific messaging.
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 .
Benefits 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:
5. Flexible working arrangements.
6. 12% superannuation, full employer contribution and salary packaging options.
7. 4 weeks annual leave with loading paid as additional pay every December.
8. 3 days additional public sector holidays each year
9. Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
10. Access to study, bereavement, foster caring and parental leave.
11. A confidential employee assistant program (EAP) for you and your family, including psychology and counselling services.
12. An annual National Park Entry Pass.
13. Well-established learning and development programs.
14. Free staff parking.