Community Development (Community Services & Development)Government (Government & Defence)Full timeThe salary range for this position is $68,535 to $86,423.Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao TuroaThe 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.As a Ranger/Project Lead Community (Statutory), you will use your expertise in statutory processes, community engagement, partnership building, and project management to lead cross-functional teams in achieving critical conservation outcomes. You'll be part of an energetic and hard-working regional statutory team, supporting and delivering statutory work and building/maintaining community relationships. You will be unpicking legislation and statutory planning documents, researching the conservation values of public conservation land, assessing applications and providing often detailed advice to managers and decision makers.Key Responsibilities:Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive work plans for assigned tasksOperate within a statutory framework to assess permit applications for activities under the Conservation Act, Wildlife Act and Reserves Act and provide high quality advice to managers and decision makersLiaise with team members across the Department to understand and incorporate their expertise in the advice provided to managers and decision makersProvide high quality input on Resource Management Act processes, including describing affected conservation values and recommending outcomes to avoid/minimise the effects on these valuesMonitor commercial or private activity on public conservation landMentor and support the work and skill development of othersProvide support for statutory land management functionsPromote the value of local, regional, and national conservation initiativesBuild and maintain effective partnerships with iwi, local authorities, conservation groups, and other stakeholdersRepresent DOC and coordinate cross-agency initiatives within your area of responsibilityMinimum Requirements:Significant practical experience working in a statutory environment, community engagement and project managementExcellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to work successfully with tangata whenua and a range of partnersStrong conceptual and critical analysis skills, able to distill key information from complex dataStrong business writing and public communication abilitiesTertiary qualification or equivalent knowledge in Resource or Environmental Management, Legal studies or Project ManagementFull New Zealand Drivers LicenceUnderstanding of the Maori-Crown relationship and the ability to engage effectively with iwiSolid IT skills, including proficiency with database systemsA good understanding of te ao Maori me nga tikangaExperience planning and executing medium complexity projectsKnowledge of the Conservation Act, Reserves Act, Resource Management Act and other relevant statutory requirementsA proactive mindset with excellent organisational skills, and ability to prioritise competing demands and tight deadlinesAbility to interpret and apply legislation, policy, and management documentsExperience working in a regulatory environmentIf you have the skills, expertise, and passion to lead complex statutory work and drive conservation outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Even if you don't tick all the boxes but believe your skills and experience closely align, then we still encourage you to apply.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.Me he patai ano | For further enquiries, contact Rachael Mora, Statutory Manager, ******.
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