Policy Officer

3 weeks ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action Full time

This is an exciting growth and development opportunity to join the Public Land Use and Regulations team, in the Land Management Policy Division.
In this role, you will contribute to the development of the land regulations program which turns policy into practice for the public land estate. This includes a broad suite of Acts and Regulations and a range of legislative instruments required for management of national parks, State Forest, alpine resorts, nature conservation reserves and many other types of public land.
In a flexible and supportive team culture your experience in working with drafting or designing regulatory schemes including regulations will be valued.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- Experience in working with drafting or designing regulatory schemes including regulations.
- Tertiary qualification in disciplines such as environmental science, law or public policy and/or relevant experience is desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 30 September 2023. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available.
To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Monday, 17 April 2023.

**Other relevant information**:
To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace
DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.


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