Program Officer - Talent Pool

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Program Officer (Environment Officer Class 8) – Talent pool creation
• Potential opportunities available on both a temporary and ongoing basis (35 hours per week)
• Office location upon negotiation across NSW, hybrid working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $119,292 to $134,587 + super

Our Biodiversity & Heritage Regulator team is currently seeking to appoint a Program Officer play key role in designing, delivering and evaluating education and engagement initiatives that help build awareness of conservation and heritage obligations across NSW. The position focuses on driving voluntary compliance through targeted, evidence-based education programs and stakeholder engagement activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering education and engagement projects within agreed timeframes and priorities.
• Developing communications, educational materials and reports for diverse audiences.
• Supporting workshops, events and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Analysing data and research to improve program effectiveness.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve program outcomes.
• Translating complex regulatory information into clear, accessible content.

About You

We're seeking an engaging and motivated professional who is passionate about environmental and conservation outcomes and enjoys working with a broad range of stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting education, engagement, communications, behaviour change or community outreach programs.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to use data and evidence to inform decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex information for different audiences.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of conservation, heritage or regulatory environments would be highly regarded.

Key knowledge and experience

• Knowledge of conservation and heritage regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in supporting education, engagement, communication or behaviour-change projects.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills to support evidence-based program design.

Essential requirements

• Current NSW driver’s license and ability and willingness to travel throughout the state when required
• Satisfactory criminal records check
• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.

For more information read the full Role Description: Program Officer

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, including a copy of your resume and cover letter 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: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 11.55pm.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Hiring Manager, Amiette Wakenshaw via [email protected]  or on [0428 678 794](tel:0428 678 794).

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?

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Vithiya Yogarajah on [02 9995 5011](tel:02 9995 5011) (please mention reference number 552919).

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