- Seeking an experienced and driven Information and Education Coordinator to lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of public-facing education programs and interpretive content that strengthens community connection to the maritime assets, marine parks and waterways that Parks Victoria manages.
- Competitive salary $98,128 - $105,390 + Super + Range of employee benefits.
- Enjoy a healthy work life balance with options to work flexibly.
- Located: Albert Park or Rosebud (Burnley, Williamstown or Queenscliff by negotiation)
About the role
As the Information and Education Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering education, visitor information and interpretation programs across the local ports of Port Phillip and Western Port and the statewide marine protected areas.
The position guides and supports colleagues, volunteers, or contractors involved in education, information and interpretation activities to deliver a program of work that reflects Directorate and state-wide priorities and objectives. As a people leader the role is responsible for team performance, resource planning, capability development and helping to foster a positive and high-performing culture aligned with Parks Victoria's values.
We are seeking a motivated professional who has knowledge of maritime and waterways and a highly developed understanding of education, visitor information and interpretation. You will be joining a supportive team in a progressive environment, allowing you to diversify your experience and achieve individual and organisational goals.
About Parks Victoria:
Parks Victoria is responsible for managing a diverse estate of more than 4 million hectares including 3,000 land and marine parks and reserves making up 18 per cent of Victoria's landmass, 75 per cent of Victoria's wetlands and 70 per cent of Victoria's coastline. Victoria's parks are home to more than 4,300 native plants and around 1,000 native animal species.
We're looking for someone with:
- Experience designing, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating public-facing visitor information, interpretation and education programs ideally in public land, conservation, natural resource management.
- Ability to take initiative, coordinate tasks, build and maintain a wide variety of relationships, and support team members in achieving operational goals.
- Qualifications or equivalent experience in environmental management, conservation, environmental or outdoor education / interpretation or a related field.
- Working knowledge of maritime assets, local port and waterways management is desirable.
Your application will need to include:
- A current resume
- A cover letter
Application closing date:
Sound like you?
If this sounds like you, then we would like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Kathryn Duffy on [email protected] or apply online!
If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender. If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.
Employment Requirements
Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.
