Senior Program Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.

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  oin a collaborative team delivering real conservation outcomes across NSW with the opportunity to apply your ecological expertise to promote and improve biodiversity.
• Ongoing full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
• Tamworth, Dubbo or Gunnedah preferred office location, negotiable
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $124,322 to $138,494 + super

Our Conservation Programs, Heritage and Regulation team is currently seeking to appoint a
Senior Program Officer
to support the delivery of biodiversity conservation programs across NSW. This role works closely with landholders and stakeholders to guide ecological assessments, develop conservation management plans, and support the establishment of Biodiversity Stewardship Sites.

You'll be part of a collaborative team helping to protect and enhance biodiversity on private land. The role involves fieldwork, technical advice, mentorship, and program coordination, contributing to the Department's broader goals of sustainable environmental management and heritage protection.

About You

You have experience working in conservation or environmental science, and you're confident conducting ecological assessments and engaging with landholders. You're practical, reliable, and able to manage projects and relationships with care and professionalism.

You're comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, and you bring a clear, thoughtful approach to planning, problem-solving, and communication. A degree in environmental science or a related field, along with a current driver's licence and willingness to travel on a regular basis, are essential.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in a relevant ecological or environmental science discipline.
• A valid Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel including overnight trips.

For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Program 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.

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 Thursday, 30th October 2025 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact
Jennifer Young
via 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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