Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.
- Program Support Officer Kangaroo Management Program (Environment Officer Class 4)
- Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Office location is Dubbo - regional location encouraged/Hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $88,008 to $98,132 + super
Our Licensing and Approvals team is currently seeking to appoint a Program Support Officer to provide high‑quality program support services in the administration of Biodiversity Conservation licenses. The role is key to the regulatory administration of the commercial biodiversity licensing, including the processing of licence applications and renewals, landholder consents, tag applications, customer enquiries, data entry, and the processing of licence and tag fee payments.
About You
The role operates with a degree of autonomy within an agreed work plan and makes decisions within delegated authority. The role is accountable for the delivery of assigned work and operates under the direction of the supervisor/manager on work priorities, complex issues, and matters requiring higher level authority for determination or resolution.
Key knowledge and experience
- Experience working in a program support role within a complex government program or comparable program environment.
- Demonstrated program coordination experience, including well developed time management and organisational skills, with a proven ability to manage high volume workloads, prioritise competing demands, and meet strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement and initiative when working with minimal supervision, and to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
For more information read the full Role Description: Program Support Officer KMP CHPR CHR - EO4
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.
Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)
Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member’s) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.
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: Sunday, 26 April 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Adam Oehlman, Senior Team Leader Kangaroo Management Program on adam.oehlman@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on (02) 9995 5395.
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 contacting Vithiya Yogarajah on 02 9995 5011 (please mention reference number 548757).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn
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