Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Permanent ongoing opportunity
- Full-time role - 35 hours per week + FlexTime
- Any NSW office location - regional location encouraged/hybrid working supported
- Salary ranges from $105,924 to $117,031 + super + leave loading
Our Nature & Natural Capital Strategy Division (NNCS) is currently seeking to appoint a Policy Officer to join the Forestry Land use & Marine Policy team, in an ongoing, full-time capacity.
Our Policy Officer will join the Marine Policy team, who are responsible for the oversight and coordination of DCCEEW’s responsibilities for the conservation and management of NSW’s marine estate. This is a great opportunity to work on a diverse range of marine policy and program matters around the marine estate, marine parks and marine wildlife.
About the Role
The Policy Officer is a member of a small team within the Marine Policy team, Forestry, Land Use and Marine Policy Branch, helping to shape policy settings that support the NSW marine estate.
Key responsibilities include:
- Working collaboratively to solve problems and provide expert policy advice related to marine conservation and marine estate management
- Rapidly developing high-quality advice for senior management and the Executive on a range of marine estate and marine conservation issues
- Supporting the delivery and implementation of the Marine Estate Management Strategy
- Contributing to threat and risk assessments for marine-related issues
- Providing input into the planning and management of marine protected areas
- Synthesising data and research on marine wildlife and delivering clear, well-informed written advice
About You
You’re passionate about marine conservation and motivated by the opportunity to contribute to real-world environmental outcomes. You bring strong policy skills, a collaborative mindset and the ability to think critically and communicate with impact.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A strong foundation as a well-rounded policy practitioner
- Excellent analytical skills, combined with strong attention to detail
- A curious mindset and the ability to think critically and seek different perspectives
- Confidence in contributing to the development and delivery of ambitious work programs and working in an inclusive, engaged and high-performing team
- Willing and able to travel to metro NSW and other regional locations, as needed (approx. 1-2 times per quarter)
For more information read the full Role Description: Policy Officer
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
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 Tuesday, 1 July at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Susan Crocetti via susan.crocetti@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 02 6650 7114.
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.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
DCCEEW is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.
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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsws.gov.au or contacting Mariam Barakat on 0429 667 238 (please mention reference number 543083).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, you are welcome to use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.
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