Conciliator & Early Resolution Officer, Clerk Grade 7/8

Conciliator & Early Resolution Officer, Clerk Grade 7/8

Pursuing fairness for the people of NSW

Vacancy: Conciliator & Early Resolution Officer, Clerk Grade 7/8, Complaints & Resolution Branch, Business Improvements Unit

Location: Sydney CBD with hybrid and flexible working options.

Employment: Ongoing or Temporary

Salary Range: Up to $142,058. Package includes salary ($113,574 - $125,720), employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

About the NSW Ombudsman

Government agencies touch and impact the lives of the people of NSW every day, and we are there to make sure those interactions are fair. Government is complex and people need to have confidence that someone is holding government agencies to account if their actions are unreasonable, wrong or unlawful.

We are that someone. We are the organisation that shines a light on serious wrong conduct in the delivery of government services. Our ultimate goal is that everyone receives the right services and fair treatment from the agencies we oversight.

Our scope is broad. We cover services for vulnerable families, including the delivery of community services funded by government; local councils; correctional and youth justice centres; education; environment protection and public transport – to name a few

We work to help resolve problems at an individual level, as well as looking at the bigger picture to promote system improvements in public administration and in the delivery of community services. We are confident in the knowledge that our work will give voice to the individual and bring fairness and balance to how the government delivers to the public it serves.

We are committed to providing a range of career development opportunities. We aim to guide and help our people with the skills they need to lead our organisation and give the most impact to what they do.

The Role

The Conciliator and Early Resolution Officer is responsible for resolving complaints primarily using conciliation but also a suite of other early intervention tools. The occupant contributes to the informal resolution of complaints arising from either Ombudsman Act 1979, Community Services (Complaints, Reviews and Monitoring) Act 1993 and/or Public Interest Disclosure Act 2022, in a manner that is consistent with dispute resolution best practice and is reflective of the role and function of the office.

About you

We are looking for an experienced dispute resolution specialist with a strong understanding of the principles of conciliation and a commitment to helping parties to resolve complaints in an accessible, informal, trauma-informed and culturally safe manner. Conciliation or mediation experience in a statutory environment is desirable.

What can we offer?

• Competitive salary and future growth opportunities within NSW Ombudsman
• Flexibility and the capacity to work in a hybrid way
• Work life balance with a 35-hour work week
• Close to public transport - office is adjacent to Town Hall Train Station
• Great team environment and culture

• Fitness Passport

• Online applications must consist of (please combine in one document):

• Covering letter (max 2 pages) highlighting your capabilities for the role and which role you are applying for.

• CV outlining your skills, knowledge, and experience as relevant to this role.

• The assessment process will be conducted by a standard panel assessment process.

• A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a pool of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role or similar roles, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles over the next 18 months.
• Short listed candidates will be subject to security and other vetting processes.
• Only applications that are submitted through will be accepted.
• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All temporary roles may have the opportunity for ongoing employment.

Employment at the NSW Ombudsman is subject to the satisfactory completion of security and related vetting including, in part, a criminal records check; signed understanding and acceptance of a range of policies; two statutory declarations relating to conflicts of interest, arrests, charges, convictions and a health declaration.

The NSW Ombudsman promotes a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We particularly encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTIQ+ people and people of all genders, and people with disability. We support flexibility and all roles advertised on a full-time basis may be considered for part-time employment.

Additional Information is available at the following links.

Role Description

NSW Ombudsman Website

Closing date: 10am, Monday 29th September 2025

Inquiries can be directed to Recruitment team via

We provide adjustments including alternative formats to the recruitment process for candidates including individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process (including alternative formats) or have an enquiry about the support provided, please contact Amy on opt. 1 or