Location: Perth Zoo (South Perth), Western Australia
Salary: $144,597 - $156,598 p.a. (Level 8) plus Superannuation
Tenure: Permanent, Full-time
Ref: Position No. ZPA3121101
Perth Zoo gets hands-on in wildlife conservation, at home and beyond our borders. This is what makes us one of the world’s best inner-city zoos. One simple vision inspires and directs our work – a world where diversity of species and habitats is secure.
The Director Life Sciences provides direction, leadership and management of the conservation, animal husbandry and administration of the Life Sciences program. In addition, the Director participates as a member of the Corporate Executive.
The successful applicant will be required to possess or obtain a current and satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement.
Application Instructions:
To allow the selection panel to make an accurate assessment of your application, please submit the following:
• A covering letter.
• A written response addressing the three (3) requested criteria below (in no more than three (3) pages).
• A current resume.
Selection Criteria
1. Substantial knowledge, understanding and experience of captive animal management and wildlife conservation (supported by appropriate qualifications in and experience with Captive Animals).
2. Demonstrated leadership skills which build organisational capacity, agency responsiveness and delivers outcomes.
3. Successful demonstrated experience in management including budgeting, staff and performance management.
To apply, visit https://search.jobs.wa.gov.au/ and search for position number ZPA3121101 to submit your application online.
For further information about Perth Zoo, please visit https://perthzoo.wa.gov.au/
For further information about this position, please contact Mr David van Ooran, Executive Director, Zoological Parks Authority on (08) 9474 0444.
Closing date: Monday, 18 March 2024 at 12 noon AWST (3pm AEDT). No late or pro forma applications will be accepted.
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