• Ongoing Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Primary Work Location: Taylors Beach
• Clerk Grade 5/6 – Salary from $102,936 to $113,579 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading

About the Role
As Project Officer Threatened Species, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of projects that contribute to the management of aquatic threatened species in NSW. You will help prepare project reports, briefs, correspondence and other written materials, while supporting stakeholder communication and maintaining accurate records. The role also provides secretariat support to the NSW Fisheries Scientific Committee, helping coordinate meetings, responses, enquiries and statutory processes. This is a great opportunity to use your project support, communication and organisational skills in work that contributes to important environmental and fisheries outcomes.

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Experience supporting projects, programs or business activities in a busy work environment.
• Strong written communication skills, including briefs, reports and correspondence.
• The ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Confidence working with stakeholders and building cooperative relationships.
• Sound judgement, professionalism and the ability to handle sensitive information.
• Good attention to detail and experience maintaining accurate records.
• An interest in aquatic ecology, biodiversity or threatened species management.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the role description here.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Erin Lake on 0432 921 815 or email erin.lake@dpird.nsw.gov.au.

Applications close: Sunday, 23 August 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.

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.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can 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 apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers.  Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

About Us

Together, we are DPIRD

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.

With the majority 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.

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.

DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.