We are looking for a passionate, organised and dedicated person to join our team on a short-term basis as the Education Manger. This dynamic and fulfilling positions is a crucial role in the successful coordination and engagement of nearly 60,000 school students visiting the National Arboretum Canberra annually.
You will take the lead in the management and delivery of education programs, including maintaining and utilising the online digital booking system, and develop and implement policies and procedures. You will also be supervising staff who coordinate school bookings, and deliver school holiday, education and nature play programs.
If you are passionate about environmental education, love working with young people, are adaptable and organised, we want to meet you.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Eligibility/Other requirements:
- Current Driver's licence
- First Aid Certificate required
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration (act.gov.au)
Notes: This is a temporary position available from 28 January 2026 until 03 April 2026. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.
A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to apply: Please provide the following as part of your application:
- A maximum two-page pitch outlining your demonstrated experience and skills relevant to the ‘What You Require’ section of the Position Description.
- A current curriculum vitae detailing your work history, qualifications, and achievements.
- A written referee report from a referee who has a thorough knowledge of your work performance.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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Note
This is a temporary position available from 28 January 2026 until 03 April 2026. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only.