This is a 24-month fixed-term, full-time position (with the possibility of extension or permanency).
Ecosystem Health Branch provides the framework for efficient and effective management of invasive species including plant diseases, weeds and pest animals to help conserve natural values on lands managed by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions' (DBCA) Parks and Wildlife Service. The branch is responsible for the coordination of the Western Shield program, Cane Toad Strategy and Vegetation Health Service diagnostic laboratory as well as providing policy support for the implementation of the Forest Management Plan.
We currently have an opportunity for a Western Shield Ecologist to join our team.
Under the general direction of the Western Shield Program Leader, this position:
* Identifies with the broader Western Shield team and district staff knowledge gaps in invasive animal management and collaborates with scientists internal and external to the agency to codesign scientific research programs to inform and improve the management of invasive animals including but not limited to red foxes, feral cats, cane toads, rabbits, feral deer and feral pigs.
* Provides expert scientific advice and effectively translates results of research to inform operational invasive animal management programs.
* Analyses and reports on data and trends in target native fauna distribution and abundance and introduced animals and provides advice and recommendations.
* Provides support, advice and assistance to agency staff on effective monitoring tools and techniques relevant to the Western Shield program including native fauna and invasive animal monitoring programs.
The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
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