Biodiversity and Conservation Science Biodiversity Conservation Officer DBCA3145978 PSCA, Specified Calling Level 2, $116,195 - $127,313 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 15-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, 23 JUNE 2026
The Species and Communities Program coordinates the listing, management and recovery of threatened species, ecological communities and wetlands. The program provides policy, strategic and technical advice on fauna, flora, ecological community and wetland conservation, and manages projects for the promotion of conservation on land not managed by the department.
We currently have an opportunity for a Biodiversity Conservation Officer to join our team.
This position contributes to the conservation and management of conservation significant species through the provision of expert advice, assessments under the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016, policy development, written reports, and input to other processes as they arise.
Selection Criteria
Applicants should address the following four (4) criteria. These should be addressed in no more than two (2) pages in total.
1. Experience in the field of biodiversity conservation related to threatened fauna (ESSENTIAL), including knowledge of and experience in biodiversity conservation legislation and policy (DESIRABLE).
2. Demonstrated ability to source and synthesise complex scientific information for use in environmental impact assessment to inform decision making.
3. Proven ability to prepare reports, submissions and correspondence relating to biodiversity conservation or environmental impact assessment to a high level.
4. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and negotiate with a broad range of stakeholders.
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.