Community Park Ranger

This could be the role that you have been waiting for, a role with a difference!

An interesting mix of park ranging, conservation and farming. This includes park maintenance, animal and plant pest control, managing natural and historical resources, contact with the visiting public, local iwi, community, neighbours and volunteers.

We are looking for a dynamic, people person to join the Southern Sector ranger team at the Hunua East Regional Parks, southeast of Auckland.

The key requirements for this position are excellent communication skills and proven practical park or land management skills with an understanding of conservation and recreational use of natural and cultural resources.

You must be able to add value and contribute to a small committed park team and be prepared to live on a Regional Park. You may be required to work throughout the Southern Sector parks network from time to time and will be required to work weekends and public holidays on a ranger roster system.

View a position description or apply online at www.arc.govt.nz/jobs

For a confidential conversation contact Fred Fairbrother on 09 2924823 or email: fred.fairbrother@arc.govt.nz

Applications, including your CV and covering letter, can also be sent to:

Southern Sector Parks, Lockwood Rd, Hunua, R D 3, Papakura.

Online applications can be sent directly to;
http://vacancies.arc.govt.nz/jobcentre/applycod.asp?job=216

Applications close: Tuesday, 27 May 2008.