Policy Officer

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

Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

• Policy Officer
• Environment Officer Class 7
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $109,102 to $120,542 + super
• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Based in Parramatta - 4PSQ

About the role

As a Policy Officer, you will prepare policy advice and contribute to reviews and the development of effective policy and legislative and regulatory reforms. You will undertake qualitative and quantitative research and analysis; establish and maintain stakeholder relationships; prepare briefing material; and contribute to the development of environmental water policy.

About you

The successful applicant will have experience working on environmental or resource management issues and direct experience with legislation and policy development is highly desirable. You must exhibit strong communication skills and be confident liaising with diverse stakeholder groups at all levels. You will be a strategic thinker and committed to delivering high-quality and timely results. You will be required to build strong relationships across government agencies and bring a collaborative approach to planning and delivering key projects. The ability to work in a team to manage multiple competing priorities whilst delivering within timeframes is essential.

For more information read the full Role Description: Policy 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.

Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)

Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances. All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member's) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close: Monday 13 October at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Neil Gemmell 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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