Group
Occupation
244332 Conservation Officer
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
244332 Conservation Officer
Develops and implements programs and regulations for the protection, restoration, and recovery of aquatic life, vegetation, wildlife, and other natural assets.
Alternative title
- Environmental Officer
Specialisation
- Landcare Facilitator
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Evaluates habitat, wildlife, and fisheries needs, and formulates short-term and long-term management goals and objectives
- Ensures compliance with laws and regulations to conserve aquatic life, vegetation, wildlife, and other natural assets
- Develops, reviews, and manages policies, procedures, and programs to achieve conservation and protection of natural assets
- Coordinates and manages conservation and rehabilitation projects
- Liaises with relevant rights holders and stakeholders in the development and implementation of conservation activities