Ranger Community (Permanent part time) at Department of Conservation, Masterton Bring your relationship management skills to this community-focused role. Make a meaningful impact to the community and conservation outcomes. Salary range $60,314.00 – $75,603.00 pro-rata depending on skills and experience. Permanent part time: 20 hours per week, Masterton location. Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa |Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa. Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whanau, hapu and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki. Are you passionate about working with the community? Do you know how to get others engaged and active in supporting conservation? The Department of Conservation is seeking applicants for the position of Ranger, Community; Kaitiaki, Ao Hapori. This is an exciting opportunity for you to become part of a strong, tight knit and hardworking team. You will contribute towards growing conservation in the Wairarapa District alongside our Treaty partners and the community. The position will be focussed on: Building relationships with community groups to empower them to undertake conservation activities. Supporting conservation community group events and DOC events such as Conservation Week. Coordinating responses to Official Information Act requests and Ministerial correspondence. Supporting the Community Senior Ranger to develop material for print and social media. Managing public queries on behalf of the Wairarapa Operations Team. If you have some of the following, we are keen to hear from you: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience creating impactful and long lasting relationships. Ability to work in a role where cultivating trust and respect is key to success. A passion for working with whanau, hapu and iwi and respect for te ao Maori me nga tikanga. Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships across a broad range of public and private sector groups. Full New Zealand driver licence. A background in communications and/or public sector. Mo te tima | About the team The Regional Operations Group is responsible for delivering conservation work on the ground through our biodiversity, recreation/historic and community engagement teams. DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted. The salary range for this position is $60,314 – $75,603 pro-rata with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr