Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Senior Policy Officer (Environment Officer Class 9)
- Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- The role is located at Parramatta - hybrid working and other locations supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 + super
Our Water for the Environment Branch is seeking to appoint a Senior Policy Officer to undertake policy development, provide advice on complex regulatory matters, and influence whole-of-government and national policy formation.
The Senior Policy Officer supports the Conservation Protection, Heritage and Regulation Group and the Minister for the Environment by providing policy advice relating to water for the environment and leading the development of strategic and operational policy.
The Water for the Environment Branch is responsible for managing the NSW environmental water portfolio. This includes the provision of policy advice on state-wide strategic and regulatory water planning to support the delivery of water for the environment across New South Wales, and key components of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
About You
To be successful in the role, you will have demonstrated the following:
- Experience in leading or supporting analysis and reviews of policy, regulation, legislation or similar. Experience in the environmental or water management field would be advantageous.
- The ability to establish and maintain stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management.
- Experience preparing evidence-based advice, discussion papers, briefs and submissions to contribute to the development of policies and advice to senior executives and the Minister.
- Experience in or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge about environmental water management in New South Wales and the Murray-Darling Basin.
Essential requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience.
For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Policy Officer CPHR EO9 RD
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. Please include a copy of your resume (5 pages maximum) and cover letter (3 pages maximum), expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Please note 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.
Applications close: Monday, 6 April 2026 at 11.55pm.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Briarna Southwell via briarna.southwell@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9995 5998.
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 Vithiya Yogarajah on 02 9995 5011 (please mention reference number 548210).
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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