Field Officer

**At the **NSW Department of Education**, we educate and inspire lifelong learners - from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.**
- **Ongoing**:

- **Location: Northern NSW (Coffs Harbour, Lismore, Armidale) flexible working arrangements available**:

- **Remuneration of **$97,027** - $**107,059** (Clerk Grade 5/6) plus superannuation & annual**

**About the role**
- Undertake assessment and rating against the seven quality areas that make up the National Quality Standards
- Conduct monitoring and compliance checks and recommend regulatory actions to address non-compliance effectively
- Support investigations of complaints through site visits and evidence gathering
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders to promote sector improvement.

Field Officers draw on their expertise to work collaboratively with and support early childhood education and care services so they can continuously improve and deliver the best outcomes for children. Working as a Field Officer is rewarding, challenging and impactful - you can make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and their families.

This role, part of the Early Childhood Education and Care Regulatory Authority within the Department of Education, is at the forefront of regulating and supporting a vast sector that includes over 6,000 services. By working closely with other team members, external stakeholders, and the broader community, you will contribute to shaping a sector that supports the best outcomes for children and families. The team operates within a collaborative and supportive environment, united by a shared commitment to excellence and regulatory compliance.

For further information please visit the Authorised Officer page on our website and click here to download the role description.

**About you**
- Skilled in conducting assessments and preparing evidence-based reports
- Experienced in managing stakeholder relationships with clear communication
- Knowledgeable in early childhood education frameworks and best practices
- Comfortable with travel and holding a valid driver’s license
- Ability to work well independently and autonomously
- Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and ECE First Steps Strategy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

**Essential requirements of the role**
- A driver license and ability to undertake short-term travel, as driving is an essential requirement of this role
- A working with children check for paid employment.
- Degree or diploma or in the process of attaining a diploma in a relevant discipline and/or relevant experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education

**Benefits**
- Flexible working arrangements
- 35 hour working week
- Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
- Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
- Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

**How to apply**

Attach a resume (maxium 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Answer the following questions:
Question 1: Can you describe a time when you conducted a compliance assessment or investigation? How did you ensure consistency and fairness in your approach, and what was the outcome?

Question 2: How do you approach building and maintaining effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, especially in situations where there may be conflicting priorities?

**This is a child-related role. **As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the Office of the Children's Guardian website for more information.

**Closing date Sunday 12 January 2025 at 11:59pm.**

A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.