Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Senior Policy Officer Strategic Advice
- Environment Officer Class 10
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $130,506 to $143,921 + super
- Ongoing full-time opportunity
- Based in Parramatta - 4PSQ
Heritage NSW works with communities to protect, celebrate and manage our incredible heritage across NSW. If you are keen to be a part of a high performing, multi-disciplinary team that helps conserve and protect the Aboriginal, built and archaeological heritage of NSW, then this is the job for you!
About you
You’re a motivated and experienced individual who:
- Exhibits strong communication skills and confidence liaising with diverse stakeholder groups
- Has a sound understanding of the systems and processes of government
- Is committed to delivering quality outcomes and excellent customer service
- Has excellent attention to detail and can translate complex technical information into plain English
- Is results driven and brings a collaborative approach to information sharing and strategic planning
- Is committed to continuous improvement
- Can manage multiple competing priorities while delivering within set timeframes.
About the role
As a Senior Policy Officer Strategic Advice, you will provide support and advice to the Heritage NSW Executive Director and senior management team to assist in their strategic decision making and fulfilment of organisational priorities. You will coordinate a range of requests for information or input, ensuring the correct information is sourced and presented in a way that is appropriate for its purpose.
The Senior Policy Officer Strategic Advice helps the executive to prepare for and resolve business-critical issues by identifying and prioritising emerging issues, considering opportunities and risks, and helping to identify solutions. You will also contribute to projects and initiatives with a focus on continuous improvement and delivery of DCCEEW’s strategic objectives.
Knowledge and Experience
- Extensive knowledge and experience working in a fast paced and high-volume office, including proven capacity to support senior management in the management of high-profile issues and projects.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Policy Officer Strategic Advice
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: Thursday 22 May 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Sam Woods via samantha.woods@environment.nsw.gov.au or on 0400 871 887.
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?
If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Tori Basnet on 0400 543 556 (please mention reference number 542610).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander 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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