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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Step into a trusted Executive Officer role within the Corporate Affairs Division
• Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Parramatta office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 pa + super

Our Corporate Affairs Division is seeking to appoint an Executive Officer to support the Executive Director - Corporate Affairs. This is an opportunity for you to step into a trusted and influential role at the centre of executive decision-making, where your work will directly shape how the division operates and delivers on its priorities. In this role, you will provide high-level executive, secretariat and project support, including the preparation of clear, accurate and timely briefings, correspondence, reports and submissions.

You will act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, coordinate executive communications and ensure priorities and deadlines are effectively managed. Using your sound judgement and analytical capability, you will research complex matters, provide strategic advice, manage emerging issues and contribute to projects that support organisation-wide objectives.

You will also play a key role in implementing and monitoring strategic and operational plans and in strengthening administrative systems and processes to improve efficiency, manage risk and deliver high-quality outcomes.

About you
You are an experienced and trusted executive professional who operates comfortably with a high level of autonomy and exercises sound judgement when managing competing priorities. You are accountable for the quality, integrity and accuracy of your advice and you consistently deliver clear, well-considered and timely outcomes in a fast-paced environment. You are adept at setting priorities, managing workloads and maintaining focus to ensure reliable and high-quality delivery.

You bring extensive experience in providing high-quality business and executive support, with a proven ability to draft complex reports, submissions, briefings and correspondence for senior leaders. You offer strong project management capability, including applying structured methodologies, prioritising deliverables, evaluating outcomes and identifying opportunities to improve business performance. Your sound understanding of government operations, parliamentary processes and public sector administration enables you to navigate complex environments with confidence and provide practical, strategic advice that supports effective decision-making.

For more information read the full Role Description:  Executive 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.

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close 11 February 2026 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Catherine Parker, A/Executive Director, Corporate Affairs via catherine.parker@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0427 167 370.

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?

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• • How we encourage and support people with disability  
  • Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

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 Alexandra Blair on 02 8275 1761 or Shanay Rokotavaga on 02 9585 6520 (available from 26 January 2026) - please mention reference number 546754.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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