Ranger, Community

1 Year fixed term opportunity based in Hokitika or Greymouth
- Are you looking for an interesting and challenging opportunity to work with the West Coastcommunity to help manage conservation?
- Want a role that can work with you and provide sound flexible working arrangements?

Toitū te marae a Tāne, toitū te marae a Tangaroa, toitū te tangata
If the land is well and the sea is well, the people will thrive

He angitūtanga | About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated team member with excellent people skills to deliver on the Department's National Concession Compliance Strategy. This role is dependent on your effectiveness to engage with stakeholders in the Māwhera /Greymouth and Hokitika districts. You will work alongside permissions holders on public conservation land in the districts, as well as supporting monitoring programmes spanning from the Waitaha River in the south to Maruia River in the north.

**In this role, you will**:

- Lead delivery of the monitoring and compliance programme through frequent visits to holders of permissions such as mining access arrangements and other concessions including grazing, tourism andrecreation.
- Produce written reports, update the database and undertake follow up actions when required.
- Promote conservation, lift awareness, and educate permission holders on the value of the ecosystems in the districts.
- Support other District priorities from time to time.

This is as awesome opportunity for someone that looking to get involved with statutory and/or RMA work where you'll make a key difference in the conservation outcomes in the West Coast This position is fixed-term for 12 months working 40 hours per week, with the potential of this fixed term period to be extended. We provide great flexible working options available upon starting your role with the option to be based in either the Hokitika or Māwhera / Greymouth office.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
As our Ranger, Community you will be partnering with a variety of stakeholders and be involved with the community ensuring compliance of concessions.

**We want to hear from you if you have**:

- Previous experience working in a compliance and regulatory environment.
- Experience in working with and partnering with statutory authorities, community groups, iwi or business groups.
- Strong data management and technology skills including use of GPS, digital photography, drones & GIS.
- The ability to effectively and positively engage with people involved with land use that often conflicts with conservation management.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a proven ability to write accurate, clear and concise reports.
- A ‘can do' attitude and proven excellent organisational skills, including the ability to balance competing demands, meet deadlines and have a problem-solving approach.
- Valid full drivers' licence.
- Experience working in the mining industry and/or an ecology background.
- Knowledge of the Western South Island (desirable)

Mō te tīma | About the team
The Ranger, Community position will form part of energetic and hardworking community teams comprised of the Senior Ranger and Rangers in both the Greymouth and Hokitika districts. You will report to either a supervisor in Greymouth or Hokitika, dependant on your preferred office location. You will occasionally work with some contractors and other stakeholders from a variety of groups.

Mō mātou | About us
Te Papa Atawhai is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve, and to creating an inclusive workplace culture. Our Te Kaupapa behaviours of whakatīnanatia (we deliver), atawhaitia a Papatūānuku (we love nature), whakawhānaungatanga (we build relationships) and whakaauaha (we innovate) guide what we need to do for Papatūānuku to Thrive.

Ko ngā hua | What we offer
We take pride in enabling our kaimahi to bring their unique perspectives to mahi, in pursuit of our collective aspirations. Our commitment to well-being and professional development includes:

- Flexible working options where applicable
- Great staff benefits for outdoor apparel to complement free access to DOC campsites, huts and great walks.
- Active employee networks, Te Kāwai Aho Tapu - Māori Kaimahi Network, Rainbow Network

Submit a tailored CV and cover letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience, and alignment to our Kaupapa.
The salary range for this position is $53,776 to $68,714 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience

**Rā katinga | Applications close**: Monday 22nd August
Me he pātai anō | Further enquiries contact Sam Speight on 0272476673

**Taupānga| Job Reference**: T 400/07250
COVID-19 Vaccination requirement - All employees are required to be vaccinated in line with our Vaccination Policy. New employees will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to co