Cultural Heritage Advisor (See Advertisement)

Description:

Are you looking for a values-based, emergency service organisation that puts the community at the centre of everything we do?

We are proud of the work we do in protecting lives and property, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

With over 51,000 volunteers CFA strives to be an organisation of choice for volunteers and employees. We, embrace individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds, recognising the unique value they bring to CFA.

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About the Role

We are seeking a Cultural Heritage Advisor on a fixed term basis, to provide support to theVegetation Management Program, which works toreduce the risk and severity of bushfires through fuel management and building capacity for volunteers and staff in understanding the use of fire prevention and improve knowledge of fire behaviour.

This important position provides technical and administrative support to CFA Regions and Districts for the purpose of planning and implementation of fuel reduction strategies and works including planned burning on private land in the country area of Victoria. These activities need to comply with natural and cultural value guidelines and legislation.

The role will focus on providing leadership and advice to CFA for the protection of Aboriginal and cultural heritage in Victoria, especially in relation to compliance with the relevant Acts. Support to Traditional Owners with the implementation of the Victorian Traditional Owner Cultural Fire Strategy, and involvement in a number of activities to enable Traditional Owners to apply cultural fire on land where CFA has a role to support landowners and managers, will also be an important aspect of the role.

Please note, flexible State-wide work locations will be considered.

About You

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Tertiary qualification in Cultural Heritage Management, Archaeology, Science, Natural Resource Management or other relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of relevant qualifications and/or experience.
• Ideally a Registered Heritage Advisor (but not essential) with knowledge in cultural heritage database applications, procedures and protocols used for the identification, survey, mapping, registration and management of Aboriginal and historic cultural heritage sites.
• Experience in providing practical advice to mitigate impacts on cultural values in land management activities, preferably related to fire.
• Experience in working with and understanding current legislation associated with cultural heritage management.
• Experience in development of policy and procedures coupled with an ability to provide leadership to build member awareness necessary for implementation of appropriate cultural heritage management practices.
• Understanding of indigenous fire management practices and application of cultural fire by First Nations Peoples.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to convey information clearly whilst respecting other points of view.
• Ability to build strong, respectful relationships and networks with Traditional Owner Groups, Registered Aboriginal Parties, Heritage Council Victoria, other fire management organisations and land managers.

Why choose CFA

• Meaningful Purpose: Your contribution truly makes a difference
• Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave, generous leave provisions
• Growth Opportunities: Learning and development
• Flexibility: Hybrid work options with flexible work arrangements
• Discounts: Emergency Memberlink discounts on various services
• Wellbeing Focus: Healthy for Life programs, flu vaccinations
• Member Assistance Program: Access support across 8 service pathways

Your Application

Click the 'apply' button to access our online application form. Here you will be asked to provide personal and contact details and respond to employment-related questions.

When applying for a position with CFA, please submit a cover letter and resume that demonstrates your qualifications, experience, key attributes and skills required for the position.

Pre-employment Checks

Offers of employment will only be made to candidates who:

• Successfully complete a National Police History Check, Working Rights Check and hold a valid Working with Children Check.

CFA is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and safe volunteer and work environment. Our aim is to have a volunteer and paid workforce that reflects the community it serves. First Nations people, women, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

Applications close: 11:59pm 27 May 2024.

If at any stage of the recruitment and selection process you require an alternative format to the application material or reasonable adjustment to the interview arrangements, please don't hesitate to contact the person listed on the ad or alternatively, email recruitment@cfa.vic.gov.au

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