Wildlife Ethics Committee Executive Officer

Description:

About the Role:
The Wildlife Ethics Committee Executive Officer provides timely and professional services to support the Wildlife Ethics Committee and works with the Chair to manage the regulatory and administrative aspects of the functioning of the Committee. The role is responsible for managing the scientific research permit assessment, approval and issue processes to ensure that research conducted within the State’s system of reserves, and/or the collection or use of protected wildlife is performed in an ethical, environmentally and culturally sensitive and sustainable manner.

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Meaningful and rewarding career

Contract:
Up to 30 June 2026

Special Conditions:

• May be required to participate in fire management or associated duties.
• A current class “C” driver’s licence and willingness and ability to safely operate a vehicle when required.
• May be required to undertake intra or interstate travel and work outside of the normal hours of work.
• This role has been designated as a Position of Trust pursuant to the standards required in the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework. By applying for this role you consent to being screened under the process of obtaining a National Police Clearance (NPC), and to the Department requiring you to obtain an NPC

Remuneration:
ASO4 $76,561 min - $80,256 max p.a., pro rata for part time hours.

Enquiries to:
Felicity Smith, Team Leader Environmental Database Management
Felicity.Smith@sa.gov.au
08 81155643

Application Instructions:
Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Technical, Professional/Knowledge and Experience (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.