Exciting new position to lead the recovery of White-Bellied Skink.Make a key difference for conservation outcomes in New Zealand.Full-time, 18-month fixed term role from 20 January 2025 to 29 June 2026, based in Geraldine.Te Oranga o te Ao Turoa | Our vision: Nature is thriving in AotearoaThe 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.We have an exciting new position for a Ranger Project Lead Biodiversity to lead the recovery of White-Bellied Skink (Oligosoma hoparatea), a large, nationally critical skink that is endemic to the district. The species is known from four tiny and declining populations, and the key task is to protect the largest population through a landscape scale predator control programme. This role requires someone who can monitor and adapt the programme to ensure recovery.You will be leading a new project for the protection of critically endangered white-bellied skink. The position will be focused on:Project management of White Bellied Skink projectProject management of infrastructure to support the project (field accommodation)Budget managementReportingPesticide operational applicationsDay to day staff managementPredator monitoring using trail camera gridsWhite bellied skink monitoring using pitfall traps, G minnows, and visual searchServicing and maintenance of kill trapsBait station installation and servicing for control of miceData capture management and analysis.This is a full-time, 18-month fixed term role starting on 20 January 2025 and ending 29 June 2026. You will work five days a week, Monday to Friday, with an expectation of some time spent staying overnight in the field.If you have some of the following skills, we are keen to hear from you:Project managementCritical/analytical thinking to measure recovery of skinks and adjust management as requiredAbility to build networks and keep up to date with new/improved tools to improve project outcomesData curation and analysisBudget managementAbility to respond to changing conditionsStaff managementBack country experienceAble to lead and work within a teamTime managementFull New Zealand driver licenceExperience in handling and management of lizard speciesPesticides experience (including preparation of applications and consultation with stakeholders)First Aid Certificate4x4 and/or LUV NZQAPredator trapping experienceAbout the teamThe Geraldine/Raukapuka team consists of 20 permanent staff that are assisted by five+ temporary staff over the summer months. This role is primarily based in the Geraldine district office with some work in the back country with limited communication and an expectation of staying at site in a back country hut type accommodation.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.If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.The salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423 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.For further enquiries, contact Tony Preston, Operations Manager, ******
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