Department for Environment and Water
Job reference: 851641
Location: 5152 - CLELAND
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

About the Role:

The Children’s Engagement Officer is responsible for the delivery of family focused events and activities which increases engagement with families and children at Cleland Wildlife Park. This role is required to work with the education team in the development of school holiday programs and events and engage with external organisations in the delivery of a variety of nature based themed programs. The incumbent will also be required to assist with the delivery of formal curriculum-based education programs as required.

What can we offer you!

• Working in an organisation that is contributing to significant environmental outcomes in the great state of South Australia!
• Be part of a fun, collaborative and supportive team.
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options including work from home available to promote work life balance.
• Free entry into DEW managed Parks in South Australia.
• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to our Fitness Passport Program.
• Meaningful and rewarding career.

Contract: Temporary Backfill Contract up to 18 December 2026

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience in the development, presentation and promotion of school holiday and education programs and events.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Relevant studies in early childhood learning or similar.
• Current Apply First Aid Certificate.

Special Conditions:

• Will be required to participate in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities required by government agencies.
• You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or provide evidence that you hold a valid working visa that allows you to work in Australia.
• The incumbent will be required to undertake Mandatory Reporting training.
• The incumbent will be required to undertake Child Safe Environments training.
• Wearing a company uniform during working hours and/or when representing the department is mandatory.
• The Department for Environment and Water is committed to providing a safe environment to all children and young people who access our services and visit our sites.  This role requires candidates to provide a valid Working with Children Check which must be renewed every five years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.
• You will be required to provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check prior to being employed, which is required to be renewed every three years before expiry. DEW will cover the cost of renewal.

A successful applicant who is not currently employed by the Department for Environment and Water will be required to have an original photo identification document sighted and provide a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) issued within the last 12 months.

Remuneration: ASO2 ($66,442 min - $69,504 max) p.a.

Enquiries to:

Elaine Ratcliffe, Manager, Park Experience & Operations - Cleland Wildlife Park
Elaine.Ratcliffe@sa.gov.au
0429 453 957

Application Instructions:

Applications are to be submitted online through I WORK FOR SA.

Applicants are to submit a pre-employment declaration, current CV and letter of application (max. 3 pages) addressing the Essential Criteria (including qualifications) as outlined in the Role Description.

The Department for Environment and Water is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds including all ages and gender identities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse and LGBTIQA+.

Applications close: 30/07/2026 11:00 PM

Attachments:
- ASO2 Children's Engagement Office - RD.pdf
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.