Senior Community Engagement Officer

• Senior Community Engagement Officer
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Located in Parramatta - 4PSQ (location negotiable)
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $129,464 to $142,665 + employer's contribution to superannuation

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have a unique opportunity for a Senior Community Engagement Officer to work as part of the Policy and Engagement Branch and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

As a Senior Community Engagement Officer, you will be responsible for managing the development, coordination, implementation and review of strategies, projects, programs and activities to establish and maintain effective community and stakeholder engagement programs to promote awareness, understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural heritage conservation.

You will work with a great team of community engagement professionals and lead community engagement that supports conservation of our biodiversity and Aboriginal heritage and provide world class visitor experiences for the whole community to enjoy. You will have a chance to work with NPWS colleagues across the state to develop and extend good engagement practice.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, stakeholder management experience, sound judgement and attention to detail. Experience facilitating challenging community workshops and dealing with highly contentious and sensitive issues will be highly regarded.

You will bring enthusiasm and a people centred approach. The role requires a supportive and collaborative style to work with the team and work closely with our stakeholders and the broader NPWS business. Experience leading or mentoring staff would be valuable. The role is diverse and changeable; adaptability and flexibility are key. Behaviour change experience would also be well-regarded.

Essential requirements

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant working experience in a related industry.
• Strong experience managing, planning and delivering community engagement programs, strategies and initiatives including facilitating meetings, workshops and community engagement events across a broad range of issues, some of which will be contentious.
• High level interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including experience in developing clear and concise advice in the form of briefings, community engagement plans and reports on complex issues.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills including proven ability to exercise sound judgement in facilitating stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, as a leader, and as part of a team, exercising initiative and sound judgement.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Community Engagement 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.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume (maximum of four pages) and a one-page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close: Sunday 30 November 2025 at 11:55pm

Should you require further information about the role please contact Susanne Larson via or on

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.

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