Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Ongoing full-time opportunity and Temporary full-time opportunity (June 2026)
• Office location – Newcastle/Dubbo/Grafton.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $125,693 to $138,510 + super

What’s in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

As the Coordinator Assessments, you will be responsible for the supervision and development of a small team of assessment officers ranging between 6-8 staff, reviewing assessment briefs, analysing and interpreting Court decisions and legislation and providing day to day support to the team in the assessment of Aboriginal land claims.

You will assist with staff and stakeholder enquiries and develop, monitor and improve policies, practices and procedures associated with Aboriginal land claim assessments.

This is a high performing team where you will have the ability to see the real impact the team are making across community and be at the forefront as a part of the leadership team.

You will be someone who ideally has exposure to legal principles, be adaptive and innovative, be a strong effective leader as well as self-motived and driven to succeed.

For more information read the full Role Description: Coordinator Assessments, Aboriginal Land Claims

What you will bring to the role

• Strong communication skills including negotiation, presentation, dispute resolution and influencing skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations. 
• Proven leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve shared goals. 
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes. 

What is an Essential Requirement:

• Extensive knowledge and experience in the evaluation of evidence against statutory criteria as interpreted by the courts.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of legislation and processes relating to land title.
• Current drivers’ license and willingness to travel. 

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 15 June 2025 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Renate Sherring via renate.sherring@crownland.nsw.gov.au 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn