Reserve Manager
Supporting Crown land managers with tools and guidance to enhance self-service, autonomy, and effective reserve management across NSW.
Land managers
Crown land managers are responsible for policies and procedures relating to land management on their reserves, protecting and enhancing environmental values.
Roles and responsibilities
A Crown land manager is responsible for the care, control and management of appointed Crown reserves on behalf of the people of NSW.
Reserve manager conduct
The Crown reserves code of conduct outlines the standard of behaviours expected of people contributing to the management of a Crown reserve.
Legislation
The key legislation governing Crown land in NSW is the Crown Land Management Act 2016 (CLM Act) and the Crown Land Management Regulation 2018.
Reporting
Crown land managers must follow reporting requirements to help decide if financial resources are controlled and managed appropriately.
Work health and safety
Health and safety of Crown land managers, and the people who use Crown reserves is a key priority for the NSW Government.
Managing conflicts of interest
A conflict of interest for Crown land managers is when private interests may influence public duty and should be managed in a transparent and accountable manner.
Managing people
Guidance on your obligations for managing people on reserves, including recruitment, working conditions, training, supporting and retaining volunteers.
Volunteers
Many Crown land managers operate with the assistance of volunteers, who provide a range of support services and often have a personal interest in Crown reserves.