Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- 2 X Permanent full-time opportunity, 35 hrs/week
- Parramatta office with flexible working arrangements supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $113,574 to $125,720+ super and annual leave loading
The Ethics Branch within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is seeking ethics/compliance professionals eager to elevate their career and work in a specialised and dedicated team to join as the Ethics Officer.
About the role
In your role as the Ethics Officer, you will actively support the department in meeting ethics and integrity related compliance obligations. As a trusted subject matter expert, you will provide evidence based, strategic and operational advice and recommendations through the analysis and review of current and emerging complex ethics and compliance issues as well as be responsible for the preparation and management of communications and the delivery of integrity training.
Partnering closely with internal stakeholders, you will drive integrity awareness and promote best practice through the implementation of strategies supporting sound decision making and establishing a standardised approach to compliance processes. As a senior member of the team, you will provide leadership and mentoring to junior staff to support professional growth and skill development.
About You
In this advisory role, you will champion ethics compliance and risk mitigation through your knowledge of corporate governance and/ or risk management as well as your experience undertaking ethics and compliance activities. Your exceptional stakeholder engagement and management capabilities will be instrumental to your success in this role where you will effectively build strong, collaborative, and sustainable working relationships with stakeholders across all levels.
Supported by your strong communication skills, you will present accurate, expert advice and recommendations to support informed decision making and influence positive outcomes with stakeholders. You will be highly organised and someone who thrives working in fast paced, compliance and regulatory environment, diligently managing your workload with the flexibility to prioritise competing demands whilst observing the need for confidentiality and privacy. Experience providing probity related advice is desired but not required.
To be considered for the role, it is essential that you have:
- Tertiary qualifications in relevant field or equivalent work experience in corporate governance, risk or investigations
- Demonstrable experience in providing written advice on matters of policy or legal interpretation
- Past experience in working in advisory teams regarding matters of ethics or conduct.
For more information read the full Role Description: Ethics Officer
Who we are
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) work 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. Your application should include:
- a resume which clearly details your relevant skills and experience (maximum 3 page)
- a single page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, relevant experience and addressing how you meet the focus capability requirements of 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 Monday, 27 Apr 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Tom Flynn via thomas.flynn@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 Nivya Shetty on 02 9585 6607or via nivya.shetty@dcceew.nsw.gov.au (please mention reference number 548562).
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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