Technical Policy Officer

**Technical Policy Officer - Chemicals, Pesticides and Dangerous Goods**

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

- Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies._
- Join a world-class organisation and make a difference to the environment
- Thrive in a supportive, collaborative and creative environment
- Environment Officer 7
- Remunerations starting from $101,850 - $112,530 plus superannuation
- One Ongoing role available
- Role based in Parramatta or other NSW location by negotiation.

**The Opportunity**
We have an exciting ongoing opportunity available at the EPA for a Technical Policy Officer within the specialist area of chemicals, pesticides and the regulation of dangerous goods transport.

As the Technical Policy Officer you will provide high-quality, technical support services on chemicals, pesticides and dangerous goods, including compliance work, technical policy and advice to protect the community and environment. This role also contributes to projects that develop, reform, and implement operational policy, systems, and processes that support, and guide the EPA’s regulatory frameworks.

**About You**
You will be an outcomes focused passionate advocate for the EPA and you will:

- Provide technical advice and support services to EPA regional officers on a diverse range of technical policy issues, and make recommendations to inform negotiation or preparation of an EPA response on environmental assessments, planning instruments, pollution incidents, compliance and scientific reports.
- Contribute to the development of operational policy, guidance, regulations and other tools for the management of the impacts of technical issues in regard to social, economic and legislative considerations.
- Manage projects involving research, analysis and monitoring of environment protection topics to identify emerging issues, conflicts or gaps in existing policy and make recommendations on innovative solutions and operational policy review or development.
- Prepare high quality fit-for-purpose correspondence, briefings, reports and other written material as required to within agreed timeframes.

**About the Team**
The Chemicals and Pesticides and Dangerous Goods team is a dedicated team of technical experts who work to protect the environment and people from harm by providing evidence based, world-class advice on the regulation of chemicals, pesticides and the regulation of dangerous goods transport.

If you are successful in the role, you will be working in a supportive, diverse, results driven team who work on a range of diverse and challenging chemicals, pesticides and dangerous goods matters across NSW.

For more information read the full **Role Description - Technical Policy Officer**

**About us**
As the environmental steward and regulator of our State, we are committed to a sustainable future.

Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people, industry and the wider community to protect, restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.

We bring scientific expertise, experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.
As we respond to urgent current issues, including climate change, we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future. Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.

**Why work for us?**
EPA people are energised by our purpose and focussed on the environment and we invite all our team members to:

- Be part of protecting what matters - be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment, economy and communities delivering for a better NSW
- Do more and be inspired together - be members of Passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care, trust and collaboration.
- Bring who you are and grow with us - we put People first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves, respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.

Some additional benefits to working for us include:

- A competitive salary and leave entitlements, salary packaging to save tax, fitness passport and free & confidential counselling services
- Opportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoring
- Flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environment
- Interesting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potential
- Recognition programs

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the NSW Dep