Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• 2x Program Support Officers, Early Change Monitoring Program (Environment Officer Class 5)
• Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity until 30 June 2026 with possibility of extension
• Location negotiable within NSW. Regional location and hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $91,673 to $101,957 + Super

Are you keen to join a dedicated, passionate, and supportive team working to prevent harm to our environment?

We’re currently seeking to appoint two Program Support Officers, Early Change Monitoring Program, to work in a wonderful team delivering the Early Change Monitoring Program; a state-wide program that uses satellite imagery to detect vegetation clearing and enable early intervention with landholders.

In this role, you will assist in the delivery of land and vegetation monitoring programs and projects by providing geographical information systems (GIS) skills and engaging with internal and external stakeholders where required.

Key knowledge and experience

• Experience in aerial photo interpretation, remote sensing, and use of ArcGIS programs such as ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience in undertaking environmental assessments
• Experience in managing stakeholder expectations and resolving conflict

About You

Are you a motivated and collaborative professional with experience in environmental assessment? You’ll need experience with GIS tools, such as ArcGIS Pro, remote sensing analysis, and be ready to support innovative compliance programs that deliver real conservation outcomes.

You will need strong analytical skills, commitment to quality results, and a proactive approach to ensure timely, accurate advice and program support, while having respect for diverse communities and willingness to travel reflect your dedication to protecting NSW’s environment and heritage.

If you communicate clearly, engage effectively with landholders and stakeholders to promote voluntary compliance, and thrive on working both independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team we need you

Essential requirements

• Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel

For more information read the full Role Description: Program Support Officer Early Change Monitoring

For more information from LinkedIn hit Apply to visit the iworkfor.nsw.gov.au website.

About Us

DCCEEWs vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organization that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DCCEEW supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

To Apply

If you’re excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter, no more than 2 pages, expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 24 August 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Loretta Riley via loretta.riley@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 02 6883 5902.

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.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au

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