Description:
An exciting opportunity exists for a talented and passionate individual to join the First Peoples-State Relations Group as a Heritage Information Spatial Systems Officer at the Department of Premier and Cabinet.
The First Peoples - State Relations Group supports an extensive program of priority work with First Peoples, applying a strong understanding of self-determination to our work practices and in providing clear and robust advice to the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Premier, Cabinet and senior executives within the Group.
The responsibilities of the Heritage Service's branch include administering the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006, which includes protecting and managing Aboriginal cultural heritage, maintaining a register of Aboriginal places and objects, working collaboratively with Registered Aboriginal Parties, and fulfilling the Secretary's role in administering Cultural Heritage Permits and Cultural Heritage Management Plans.
Working as part of the Heritage Registry and Information Systems Team, the Heritage Information Spatial Systems Officer role is responsible for helping to maintain spatial datasets which support the work of Heritage Services and the broader First Peoples - State Relations Group work profile and ensuring that they are accurate and up-to-date. The role also provides mapping support, technical and specialist advice to internal and external stakeholders and contributes to strategic policy development in relation to GIS and spatial information.
This is a unique opportunity to work in new and innovative ways that recognise First Peoples as the self-determining drivers of Aboriginal affairs in Victoria. This role will contribute to the ground-breaking work of the Group in the areas of truth, treaty, self-determination and cultural rights.
The First Peoples - State Relations Group recognises the invaluable contribution of existing Aboriginal staff and is committed to promoting Aboriginal leadership as reflected in the Group's executive team. This is a designated position under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 . Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for this position.
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Strong fundamental skills in GIS and proven experience with ESRI ArcGIS software with some exposure to the use of their ArcPy and Modelbuilder applications.
- Sound project management skills with proven ability to work closely with other disciplines and roles as part of an agile, cross-functional team to deliver results.
- Well developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills with sound judgment and capacity to make decisions and recommendations where diverse interests need to be considered.
- Highly developed time management and organisational skills and a willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with the ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide advice on processes and policies with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Experience working with Aboriginal communities would also be highly regarded.
Mandatory requirements:-
- A relevant tertiary degree in Geographic Information Systems or a degree in a relevant discipline involving advanced studies in Geographic Information Systems.
The closing date for this position is Sunday, 18 May 2025.
This is a designated position under Section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 . Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for this position.
How to apply
Apply before the advertised closing date. All applications should include:
- a resume; and
- a cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria (within three pages).
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Other relevant information
The department is committed to providing and maintaining a working environment which is safe and without risk to the health of its employees and clients and consistent with the department's obligations under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (OH&S Act), to support this DPC has a COVID-19 Vaccination policy which strongly recommends all DPC employees be fully vaccinated.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete a Pre-employment Declaration and Consent form. Employment of successful candidates will be subject to a National Police Check.
DPC actively promotes diversity, inclusion and an equal opportunity workplace. We welcome applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. All roles at DPC can be worked flexibly, however it may differ from role to role.