Karen Dobson

Department of Environment and Science

The Department of Environment and Science recognises the enormous value a clean environment, innovative society and economy, and vibrant culture makes to our lives. As a diverse organisation, the department brings together key areas of work to achieve our objectives for a better Queensland. By working for DES, you'll be one of 3,000+ employees across the state helping to ensure our environment, science and arts enrich Queenslanders' lives now and into the future. In DES: -- we are passionate and committed -- we make a difference -- we work with community and regions -- science underpins all that we do -- we are innovative -- we embrace flexible working -- we offer rewarding and challenging opportunities. We employ people in a wide range of jobs—from law and environmental management, through to engineering and science. Our staff contribute to Queensland's economic prosperity through enabling ecologically sustainable development; facilitating eco, nature-based, heritage and cultural tourism; and investing in and supporting the science sector.