Forest and Wildlife Officer - Hume

About this role

Do you want to protect and enforce laws pertaining to our natural resources, public land environments and wildlife?

As a Forest and Wildlife Officer you will play an important role in monitoring compliance with relevant laws, investigating alleged breaches of these laws and taking enforcement action where appropriate. In addition, you will also contribute to the spectrum of compliance programs including education, engagement, inspections and assessments, monitoring and enforcing compliance. Officers contribute to delivering service excellence and a safety culture within the Regulator.

You will also encourage voluntary compliance through educating the community about the laws governing biodiversity, public land and wildlife in Victoria.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated analytical and investigative skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of conservation regulatory legislation, policy and the planning and delivery of compliance operations.
• Certificate IV in government investigations (or an equivalent qualification) and/or experience in the application of environmental regulation is highly desirable.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is negotiable between Wodonga, Benalla or Toolangi with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.