• 35 hours per week
• Ongoing full time
• Location: Negotiable - we have offices right across NSW and encourage you to submit your application, regardless of location
• Clerk Grade 7/8 | Salary from $110,266.00 plus super and leave loading

About the role

The Project Officer performs project management and support activities to contribute to the development and delivery of a range of projects in line with established objectives of the Legal Branch.

We are looking for an individual who can:

• Proactively identify system and process opportunities, develop and maintain business support systems within timeframes and budget, and instigate timely and effective troubleshooting actions as required
• Apply knowledge of IT and Legal systems to maintain and improve the Legal Branch’s operational and knowledge management platforms and practices
• Provide a range of project management and support services, including preparation of reports and briefs, coordinating resources, maintaining project documentation and implementing and monitoring project plans, to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time, on budget, to quality standards and within agreed scope, in line with established agency project management methodology
• Prepare and maintain project documentation for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to ensure accessibility of quality information and contribute to the achievement of project outcomes
• Communicate with key stakeholders and coordinate working groups, committees and consultations to facilitate exchange of information and support project completion in line with project plans
• Source, collate and compile data and information to identify emerging issues and track and report on project progress against established milestones and deliverables

About You

To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Experience in project management, including project tracking, issue and risk management and stakeholder management  
• A team player who can engage with members of the Branch and stakeholders to identify solutions and achieve outcomes
• An understanding of knowledge management and how it can be applied to improve information management
• Experience managing Microsoft systems, including administrative roles in Teams, creating and updating SharePoint pages, and, not required but highly valued, experience using Dataverse
• An understanding of the operational needs of a Legal team is highly valued

About Us

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions. 

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service. 

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW. 

Applying for the role

Apply online by submitting a current resume (max 3 pages) and brief cover letter (max 2 page) that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

For more information about the role, please click here to view the role description

Additionally, if you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Tami Walford on tami.walford@regional.nsw.gov.au    

Closing Date: 11:55pm Sunday, 11 May 2025

What to expect next

Once you submit your application, you’ll receive an email confirmation. After the advertisement closes, all applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager and selection panel. If shortlisted, you may be invited to an interview—this could be in person, over the phone, or via video.

You may also be asked to complete role-related tasks, such as a written assessment, skills test, or psychometric assessment.

Reference checks will be conducted for candidates progressing to the final stages. 

The successful applicant may also be required to undergo a police check, health assessment, and other relevant checks as part of the recruitment process. 

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist.

Send an email to talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to submit an application. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.