• Ongoing Full time role  
• Senior Executive Band 1 – TRP from $225,740 per annum including super 
• Location: We are open to all locations in NSW  

Local Land Services (LLS) is an Executive Agency of DPIRD providing quality, customer-focused services to landholders and communities across NSW. We deliver regionally based advice and support across agriculture, biosecurity, natural resource management, land management, biodiversity, emergency services and private native forestry. 

 

About the Role 

As Director Policy, you will provide strategic leadership and oversight of policy and legislative reform programs for all of Local Land Services. You will lead the review, development, implementation and evaluation of regulatory policy frameworks to ensure they are evidence-based, contemporary, and responsive to government priorities and stakeholder needs. 

This is a high-impact, senior leadership position focused on delivering real outcomes for NSW’s primary industries, landholders and communities. 

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Lead the development and implementation of regulatory policy reforms for Local Land Services, including providing strategic, evidence-based policy, scientific and economic advice. 
• Design and deliver advisory and education programs to build stakeholder awareness and compliance. 
• Oversee policy development, embedding best-practice governance, risk management and reporting frameworks. 
• Build and sustain high-level partnerships across government, industry and the scientific community. 
• Act as a knowledge leader, promoting evidence-based regulatory frameworks and knowledge transfer within LLS and DPIRD. 
• Guide data collection and analysis to inform legislation and policy  reforms. 
• Coordinate legislation and policy reforms through Cabinet and Parliamentary processes. 
• Provide expert advice, briefings and reports to the Executive Director Policy and Regulatory, Chief Executive Officer and Minister’s Office. 

 

• Balancing diverse stakeholder expectations, political drivers and resource constraints to deliver effective and efficient policy. 
• Delivering high-quality, timely policy advice in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities. 
• Maintaining contemporary knowledge of regulatory practices and emerging trends in natural resource management. 

 

We’re looking for an experienced policy leader who can: 

• Develop and deliver complex, evidence-based policy and regulatory reforms. 
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with stakeholders across government, industry and communities. 
• Navigate Cabinet and Parliamentary processes to deliver legislative change. 
• Lead teams effectively, promote knowledge sharing, and inspire high performance. 
• Deliver results in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment. 

Your exceptional influencing, negotiation and communication skills will be critical to your success in this role. 

 

Why Work with Us? 

• Meaningful work supporting landholders, farmers and  and regional communities. 
• A collaborative, supportive and flexible workplace. 
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development. 
• Flexible working arrangements across NSW.  

 

If you’re a strategic, collaborative policy leader ready to make a real difference in NSW’s regions, we’d love to hear from you. 

How to Apply: Please submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) demonstrating your suitability for the role with reference to the key accountabilities and focus capabilities and an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages). 

 

Closing Date: 11:55pm Sunday, 3 August 2025 

For more information about this role, please contact Jacqueline Tracey, Executive Director Policy and Regulatory on jacqueline.tracey@lls.nsw.gov.au or 0437639906.

You can also view the Role Description.  

 

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What to Expect Next 

After applying: 

• You’ll receive a confirmation email 
• We’ll review all applications once the ad closes 
• If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video) 
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric test) 
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates 
• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required 
• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months 

 

 

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies. 

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests. 

The department brings together: 

• Local Land Services 
• NSW Resources 
• Agriculture and Biosecurity 
• Fisheries and Forestry 
• Regional Development and Delivery. 

 

 

We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. 

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team. 

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation. 

DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter and Family Inclusive Employer.  
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion. 

We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer recognition reflects our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.