Legislative Support Officer

1 week ago


Sydney, Australia NSW Government -Parliamentary Counsel's Office Full time

The Parliamentary Counsel’s Office (PCO) provides a comprehensive and integrated range of high-quality services for the drafting of, and access to, NSW legislation and the giving of advice and information about legislation.

PCO is currently recruiting for **Legislative Support Officers** (**Editorial**)**.** **Officers will be engaged in the assistance of preparing draft legislation, editorial checking and publication of legislation using specialised software.

Please refer to the Key Accountabilities in the following role descriptions for further details:

- Legislative Support Officers, Grade 1/2

**These roles are for you if you**:

- Would enjoy contributing your superior writing and editing skills, attention to detail and aptitude for technology to the drafting and publishing of NSW legislation.
- Value collaboration, service and team-work and being part of a positive corporate culture.
- Thrive in a busy team which prides itself on delivering high-quality outcomes on time.
- Are committed to public sector ethics and the highest standards of integrity and professional practice.

Please note that while this role offers the opportunity to work flexibly, the first two months of the role will require successful applicants to be present inhouse for comprehensive training in legislative publishing and the underlying software and business processes.

Successful applicants will participate in a comprehensive in-house training program on legislative editing and publishing, including technical systems.

**How to apply**
- A current resume of no more than five pages which clearly details your relevant skills and experience including the contact details for two referees.
- A cover letter (no more than 2 pages), which **must** include **responses to the following questions:
**1. Describe a time when you had to learn a task. How did you approach this?**

**2. In this role you will be required to work across a number of areas relating to the preparation, making and publishing of legislation. Describe your approach to managing your time and shifting priorities.**

Applicants should read the role descriptions and consider the key accountabilities, focus capabilities and essential requirements when preparing their resume and cover letter. See also the _Guide for Job Applicants_._

**Our commitment to diversity and flexibility**

PCO strives to make roles flexible in a way that works for everyone—the individual, the team and the clients we service. We are open to considering job-sharing (part-time) arrangements for this role.



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