• Assistant Project Officer Eco Data
• Package includes Clerk Grade 5-6 salary $99,938- $110,271 plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• Temporary full-time role up to 30 June 2026
• Located at Parramatta

 

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

 

 

About the Role

National Parks and Wildlife Service manages over 7 million hectares of diverse ecosystems and plays a vital role in conserving the state’s biodiversity. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a team undertaking ecological monitoring and supporting evidence-based park management.

The Assistant Project Officer is responsible for undertaking diverse project research, analysis, reporting, implementation and related administrative tasks to support the integration of data services, including field data collection and data visualisation tools.

 

About You

As an Assistant Project Officer you are adept at providing project and operational support on the collection, management and reporting of ecological and spatial data. Develop practical solutions using new and available technologies and contribute to the preparation of project briefs to support informed decision-making and evidence-based project planning.

 

Essential requirements

• Experience in the provision of administrative and support services
• Experience in development and delivery of programs and projects.
• Understanding of contemporary project management principles and practices

 

For more information read the full Role Description and Statement of Works: Assistant Project Officer Clerk Grade 5-6

 Assistant Project Officer (Ecological Data) Clerk Grade 5-6 Statement of Works

 

What we can offer you

 

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.  

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave 

• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport 

• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training. 

 

What we do 

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service 

Visit a park

 

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 Monday 17^th November 2025 at 11:55PM.

 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Indrie Sonawane, Senior Project Officer – Data and Communications via 02 9228 6262 or indrie.sonawane@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?

 

• 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 Graeme Ellis on 0437 236 477 (please mention reference number 546069).

 

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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