Want to deliver conservation outcomes with our National Biodiversity Monitoring Unit?
The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603
Permanent, full-time position based in Hokitika

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa
The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature spaces and species across Aotearoa.
Tangata whenua are inextricably linked to the whenua and te taiao, and we desire a future where whānau, hapū and iwi can thrive in their role as rangatira and kaitiaki.
Tō tātou taiāo. Tō tātou hītori. He tāonga tūturu nō Aotearoa. Maioha rawatia. Poipoia rawatia. Tukua.
Our nature. Our history. It's New Zealand's unique legacy. Enjoy it. Enrich it. Pass it on.
He angitūtanga | About the role
This role is largely office based and provides administration support to the local Supervisor and field teams. The field teams conduct fieldwork for monitoring programmes across New Zealand with a focus on the Department's tiered National Biodiversity Monitoring Programme.
This support includes contacting Operations managers, iwi, landowners and managers e.g. forestry companies to ensure the field teams have the necessary permissions to travel to plots and stay on location. The work also includes organising accommodation, equipment and range of other administrative tasks to assist the field teams and supervisor. The position may also be required at times to act as an afterhours contact for the field teams.
There is a significant element of data quality assurance and maintaining information for the field teams and preparing the necessary background information teams need in the field.
This is a full time, permanent positions, working on average, 40 hours per week. You will be part of a national team and may have responsibilities that extend beyond the location where you reside.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have some of following, we are keen to hear from you:
Great communication skills and the ability to get on with people
Excellent planning and organisation skills, attention to detail
Ability to respond and adapt to changing circumstances
Computer skills with confidence in Excel and Word
Mō te tīma | About the team
The Biodiversity Monitoring Team is a national team. It is led by the Biodiversity Monitoring Manager, Morgan McLean, based in Dunedin, with team members located in four locations: Rotorua Palmerston North, Hokitika and Invercargill. At each location, we have one or more Supervisors responsible for the coordination and management of the team and the work programme at that location. During the field season, we employ many temporary Monitoring Rangers to support the work at each location. The teams range in size from approx. 12 staff in Rotorua to approx. 35 staff in Hokitika.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?
DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow. We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default. You can learn more about what we offer here.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.
If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do let us know.
The salary range for this position is $60,314 to $75,603 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.
Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.
Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59 pm on Tuesday 27 August 2024
Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries contact Mike Elliott, melliott@doc.govt.nz
Taupānga | Job reference DOC/1810751