Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
Actively contribute to our state-wide land management and conservation initiatives, with a strong customer focus.
- 2 x Temporary (Up to 30 June 2026) full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Office Location: Orange
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $94,423 to $105,016 + super
Our Spatial Services & Customer Delivery Team (Strategic Policy Science & Engagement) is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Project Officer – Map Review to support the delivery of the Landholder Initiated Map Review Program.
The Landholder Initiated Map Review Program exists to provide expert advice and facilitate reviews of the NSW Native Vegetation Regulatory Map and the NSW Biodiversity Values Map. This is your opportunity to be a part of a thriving team and have direct impact on a number of conservation initiatives.
About You
As the Assistant Project Officer - Map Review you will assist in the development of operational policy and programs, and in the provision of guidance and technical support to facilitate the regional delivery of the Landholder Initiated Map Review Program. You will enjoy engaging directly with customers to provide advice, process explanation reports and landholder-initiated map review applications. You will thrive in a team environment, engage with multiple stakeholders, and ensure the accurate and rigorous delivery of map review advice.
Key knowledge and experience
- Experience working in a program/project support role in a complex government program or similar program environment.
- Demonstrated program/project experience including well developed time management and organisational skills with a proven ability to manage a high-volume workload, prioritise work and meet strict timelines.
- Demonstrated experience in environmental education, science communications, customer service environmental management environmental science, planning or environmental engineering.
For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Project Officer - Map Review
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 October 7th at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kristin Zinga via kristin.zinga@dcceew.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.
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 Amanda Tantzaris on Amanda.tantzaris@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 545365).
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