Environmental Cadet

About UsKempsey Shire Council is located on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales and is known for its genuine hospitality, pristine beaches, sub-tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, rock river gorges, sprawling farmland and peaceful villages.The OpportunityWe have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Cadet to complete a six-year cadetship to work with the Strategic and Asset Planning team.  This is a great opportunity to embark in a career in Environmental Science and gain valuable experience in a wide variety of interesting projects.The cadet will be required to enrol in and complete the Bachelor of Environmental Science  through distance learning and work full-time at Kempsey Shire Council for the duration of the cadetship.During the cadetship you will receive time off for study and tutoring by senior environmental staff.  To be eligible, you must have completed a Higher School Certificate and be eligible to be accepted into the Bachelor of Environmental Science as a part time student.On offerIn return, you will be rewarded by:Opportunity to obtain a degree in Environmental Management or Environmental ScienceReimbursement of university course fees by CouncilStudy leave and training on the jobEligible for professional career opportunities after completing the cadetshipA fantastic lifestyle and work life balanceWeekly salary commencing at $713.80, depending on age (plus 9.5% superannuation) Key accountabilities includeInvestigation of new projects and programs and assist in the development of environmental and natural resource outcomesAssist the team’s senior staff to implement and deliver a range of environmental management and educational projects and programsUndertake specific and detailed field investigations as required using modern investigative technologyAssist Council and the community to increase understanding of environmental and natural resource management issuesFor further information regarding this role please contact Steve Schwartz on 02 6566 3200 How to ApplyYou must apply via Council’s webpage http://careers.kempsey.nsw.gov.au/ or through Seek.  Emailed or posted applications will not be considered.Please click the Apply button below (or the Apply for this job button in Seek), complete the application form and provide the following information:A short statement (maximum 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key accountabilities of the role.Your current resume of no more than two pages which details your work experience and any other information that is relevant to this role as well as the contact details for two work related referees.We recommend you use Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome to submit your application.Applications close: Sunday, 8 November 2020 at 4pmYou will receive an e-mail to confirm your application has been received.If you experience any difficulties applying online, please contact our Organisational Development and Performance team on 02 6566 3200 or email jobs@kempsey.nsw.gov.auThank you and good luck with your application.We are an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our diverse workforce.Position Description AUD West Kempsey 2440