Create fun, safe and meaningful outdoor experiences across our 10 Sport and Recreation Centres in NSW.

• Design and deliver engaging activity sessions that build confidence, teamwork and connection for participants of all ages.
• Facilitate exciting programs across school camps, school holiday programs, sports camps and community group bookings.
• Casual opportunities available across 10 unique locations statewide

Casual daily rates range from $335.83 to $491.61 plus super and night duty allowances, when applicable.

Annual Package for temporary employment ranges from $77,868 up to $114,019 per annum (exclusive of super and relevant allowances)

About the role:

As a Program Officer, you will create fun, active and safe outdoor experiences for schools, sports teams, school holiday participants and community groups. You will prepare and facilitate activity sessions that encourage participation, build confidence and skills, and help people connect, grow and challenge themselves through outdoor, sport and recreation activities. Every program you deliver contributes to the physical, mental and social wellbeing of participants, while fostering teamwork, leadership, communication, resilience and a sense of achievement.

You will deliver programs within established risk management frameworks, uphold strong child safe practices and respond appropriately to incidents or emergencies. Your work will involve tailoring activities to specific program goals, leading groups through adventure‑based learning and team challenges, and collaborating with colleagues, teachers, coaches and group leaders to create smooth, memorable camp experiences. On‑call responsibilities apply on a rostered basis during residential programs, and your days may include activities such as canoeing, archery, bushwalking and team‑building sessions across a variety of outdoor settings.

For more information, please refer to the full  Role Description - Program Officer - Generic.docx

About you:

You are a skilled, safety focused, client centered program facilitator who enjoys working outdoors and making a meaningful impact in a collaborative team environment. You will bring to our team:

• Demonstrated experience in planning and delivering educational and recreational programs for sport, community and school groups.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and standard operating procedures, with the ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling tailored service delivery for diverse clients.
• Proven ability to work effectively across teams to enhance client outcomes and ensure a positive, fun and safe customer experience.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field or Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation/ Leadership (or equivalent) with industry experience
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check for the duration of the appointment
• Current Class C drivers licence

To be eligible to apply for this position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and Pre-Employment Health Assessment.

About us:

The Office of Sport is the lead NSW Government agency for sport and active recreation. We offer a career with purpose and work that makes a difference delivering on our purpose of ‘Everyone Plays Here’. We are a unique workplace, where no two days are the same! 

Our work is spread across NSW, with ten Sport and Recreation Centres, five Olympic Sport Venues and offices throughout the state. We provide leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure to enabling participation in sport and active recreation. Our work makes a difference – improving health outcomes, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW. 

Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of ensuring sport and active recreation is accessible for all people in NSW. 

How to apply?  

Your online application must include: 

• A cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role (maximum 2 pages) 

• An up-to-date CV outlining experience, skills & achievements relevant to this role (maximum 5 pages) 

You will be required to undergo a suitability assessment – i.e., the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist the hiring managers in determining your suitability for the role. We want you to bring your best self to this recruitment process. If you feel you may require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Team via workforcemanagement@sport.nsw.gov.au 

Applications close: This advert will remain live until 11.55pm Sunday 01 March 2026

Note: applications for immediate vacancies will be reviewed as they are received.

What’s in it for you? 

The Office of Sport offers you the opportunity to make a direct, shared contribution and difference to sport and recreation in NSW and have a positive impact on quality of life of our clients. We offer a family-friendly and flexible working environment, competitive salaries, and generous leave entitlements. Our benefits include salary packaging, access to the Fitness Passport, the Employee Assistance Program, and free onsite parking.  

Inclusion is a huge focus for the Office, internally and externally. In addition to actively promoting employment for women, people with disabilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, we are also committed to increasing opportunities for everyone to participate in sport and active recreation. We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. 

Our commitment to child safety

Child safety is central to everything we do. We are committed to protecting children and young people from harm, abuse or mistreatment. All our program staff are:

• Holders of valid Working with Children Checks and National Criminal Records Checks
• Mandatory reporters
• Trained in child safe practices and refreshed annually
• Supported by clear policies, procedures and codes of conduct

Our camps follow the Australian Activity Standards and Good Practice Guides , and we are proud members of Outdoors NSW & ACT, supporting high standards in outdoor education and recreation.

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.