Forest and Wildlife Officer

Are you reading this job advertisement or position description thinking, “I need a change,” or “it’s time for me to take the next step in my regulatory career,” or “the northeast looks like a cool spot to live and I love snow sports,” well does the Hume Conservation Regulatory Operations team have the opportunity for you!

From the mountains of the Great Dividing Range to the floodplains of the Murray, Ovens and Goulburn Rivers across the Hume Region, this position is the perfect opportunity for the best candidate to influence and deliver on the Conservation Regulator's key regulatory priorities to protect Victoria's natural assets.

The best candidate will have an eagerness and willingness to develop their skills and experience in working as part of an operational team, focused on achieving positive, environmental compliance outcomes across the Hume region.

This position has a key role in assisting with complex investigations into breaches of environmental legislation, patrolling recreation sites within State Forest, educating the community and assisting with appropriate, graduated enforcement responses as part of a team, in relation to unlawful activities which result in significant environmental harm.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Demonstrated analytical and investigative skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of conservation regulatory legislation, policy and the planning and delivery of compliance operations.
• Certificate IV in government investigations (or an equivalent qualification) and/or experience in the application of environmental regulation is highly desirable.

This is a fixed term position until 31 January 2029. The work location for this position is negotiable between Benalla and Wodonga with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

How to Apply:

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave. For more information visit applying for a role with us.