• Be part of a supportive and motivated team culture
• Be a key point of contact for embedding cultural heritage protection into park management practices
• Enjoy a healthy work life balance with flexible working options

About the role

As the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Coordinator for the Northeast Region, you will play a vital role in supporting Parks Victoria's regions and business areas to protect Aboriginal Cultural Heritage (ACH) values by delivering regional operations plans and providing technical specialist advice on ACH identification and protection. This position ensures compliance with the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006, builds capacity among staff and partners, and offers strategic guidance for timely responses to ACH matters. Working closely with Registered Aboriginal Parties, Traditional Owner organisations, and other key government stakeholders, the Advisor fosters strong partnerships and actively embeds cultural heritage protection into park management practices, strengthening organisational objectives and safeguarding heritage for future generations.

About the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division

The Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division provides strategic direction and culturally sound advice to guide Parks Victoria and empower staff to genuinely partner and meaningfully engage with Traditional Owners, including through joint management of parks and reserves.

We're looking for someone with:

• Specialist or tertiary qualification in Aboriginal cultural heritage or similar is desirable
• Extensive knowledge of the provisions of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and Aboriginal Heritage Regulations 2018 (Vic.)
• Extensive experience in the field of Aboriginal cultural heritage and registering Aboriginal heritage places
• Ability to communicate clear direction, provide constructive feedback, and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to build and maintain constructive relationships with Traditional Owners, volunteers, community groups, contractors and stakeholders.

Your application will need to include:

• A Current Resume
• A Cover Letter
• Aboriginality Form
  

Application Close date: Sunday 13th September 2026

Sound like you?

For a confidential discussion about the role, call [hiring manager name] on [hiring manager contact number] or apply online!

If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

A number of positions have been approved for Australian Aboriginals and/or Torres Strait Islander People under the 'special measures' section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for Designated Aboriginal positions. Applicants will be required to provide a formal identification certificate.