Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Officer (DAP)

• Help protect and manage Aboriginal cultural heritage across Victoria
• Work closely with Traditional Owners to support self-determination
• Join a purpose-driven, culturally safe and supportive team

About the role

As an Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Officer, you'll support the protection and management of Aboriginal cultural heritage across Parks Victoria's estate.

Working within the Aboriginal Engagement and Partnerships Division, you'll contribute to cultural heritage projects including site assessments, compliance support, and reporting. You'll help build strong, respectful relationships with Traditional Owners, Registered Aboriginal Parties, and communities, supporting culturally appropriate land and heritage management practices.

This role also supports key organisational priorities including joint management of parks and native title outcomes. Based in Bairnsdale with flexible arrangements, you'll be part of a team committed to cultural safety, collaboration and continuous improvement.

This is a special measures role and only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply, as per the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

About Parks Victoria

Parks Victoria is a statutory authority of the Victorian Government acting in accordance with the Parks Victoria Act 2018.

Parks Victoria is responsible for managing a diverse estate of more than 4 million hectares including 3,000 land and marine parks and reserves making up 18 per cent of Victoria's landmass, 75 per cent of Victoria's wetlands and 70 per cent of Victoria's coastline. Victoria's parks are home to more than 4,300 native plants and around 1,000 native animal species.

We work in partnership with Traditional Owners, government and non-government organisations, private landowners, volunteers and the broader community to deliver positive environmental, economic and social outcomes.

We're looking for someone with:

• Knowledge of the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006 and Regulations 2018 (Vic)
• Experience in Aboriginal cultural heritage and Traditional Owner engagement
• Experience registering Aboriginal heritage places
• A commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive team culture

Your application will need to include:

• A Current Resume
• A Cover Letter
• Aboriginality Form

Application Close date: 13/09/2026

Sound like you?

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Sione Ikafanga on ••••@parks.vic.gov.au or apply online!

If you don't hold every skill or experience detailed above, please don't rule yourself out. We focus on hiring people who value collaboration and integrity. We value a culture where everyone can be themselves at work, regardless of background, orientation, age or gender.

If this resonates with you, then please consider applying or getting in touch to discuss.

Employment Requirements

Parks Victoria is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children, in accordance with the Victorian Child Safe Standards. All prospective employees to undergo a National Police Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

A number of positions have been approved for Australian Aboriginals and/or Torres Strait Islander People under the 'special measures' section 12 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Only Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply for Designated Aboriginal positions. Applicants will be required to provide a formal identification certificate.