Policy Officer
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Policy Officer
Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW
Together we create thriving environments communities and economies.
Join a world class organisation and make a difference to the environment
Thrive in a supportive collaborative and creative environment
Environment Officer Class 7 remuneration starting from $105924 plus superannuation
Benefits and flexibility recognising work isnt all you are passionate about
Temporary fulltime role until June 2026.
Secondments from other government agencies are welcome
Role based in Parramatta
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Policy Officer to join our Strategy and Policy Division in the Climate Change Policy Team.
About You
We are looking for a dedicated and analytic policy officer with good writing skills and an interest in climate change to join our team. Your key responsibilities will include:
Coordinating and contributing to strategic policy development by providing briefings and advice in response to Ministerial and Executive requests. This will cover various priorities such as regulatory policy reform legislative policy and economic policy.
Providing project management and support services to ensure the successful development and delivery of policy initiatives.
Conducting research analysis evaluation and writing to support the development of policy and legislative reforms.
Assisting in policy review and evaluation to assess appropriateness effectiveness and efficiency. This will help determine the need for corrective action and policy review for future planning and development.
Preparing highquality reports briefing notes and other written materials to contribute to the evidence base for policy advice and initiatives.
About the Team
The role is within the EPAs Strategy and Policy Division which leads the EPAs strategic and regulatory policy functions for all issues that fall within the EPAs remit including climate change air water noise forests contaminated land waste chemicals dangerous goods gas pesticides and radiation. You will be joining a passionate and highperforming division with a proven track record in delivering on the strategic priorities of the EPA and the NSW Government who are committed to supporting the EPAs ambition of being a world class regulator.
The Climate and Environment Protection Policy Branch leads policy that is highly visible and strategically important to the EPA and the NSW Government including climate change forestry and legislative reform. The Climate Change Policy Team is focused on delivering the EPAs Climate Change Policy and Action Plan. Team members have backgrounds in policy environmental science law and chemical engineering. The teams work requires agile and multiskilled team members capable of delivering on business priorities.
For more information read the full Role Description Policy Officer
About us
As the environmental steward and regulator of our State we are committed to a sustainable future.
Our people are proud to play a role in protecting the environment of NSW. We partner with Aboriginal people industry and the wider community to protect restore and enhance our diverse ecosystems.
We bring scientific expertise experience and actions to inspire innovative solutions as we transition our state to a circular economy.
As we respond to urgent current issues including climate change we educate and support our stakeholders to create an environmentally healthy future.
Join us on our mission to protect tomorrow together.
Why work for us
EPA people are energised by our purpose and focussed on the environment and we invite all our team members to:
Be part of protecting what matters be purpose led making a meaningful impact to the environment economy and communities delivering for a better NSW
Do more and be inspired together be members of passionate united teams who protect the environment and each other through care trust and collaboration.
Bring who you are and grow with us we put people first creating a culture where everyone can be themselves respecting and developing our diverse skills & aspirations and prioritising our safety and wellbeing.
Some additional benefits to working for us include:
A competitive salary and leave entitlements salary packaging to save tax fitness passport and free & confidential counselling services
Opportunities and pathways for learning and developing your skills with access to online and face to face training and mentoring
Flexible work arrangements
Opportunities to make an impact and help shape the future for our environment
Interesting and challenging work aligning with personal values that allow you to reach your full potential
Recognition programs
In our inclusive and accessible workplace differences are embraced contributions are valued and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. The EPA supports various employee affinity groups practice flexible working offer job share and workplace adjustments.
The EPA is an independent statutory authority which sits within the NSW Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)
For more information on the work we do at NSW EPA go to www.epa.nsw/yourenvironment
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 10 April 2025 at 11.55pm
Should you require further information about the role please contact
Good to know
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.
If you are deemed as a recommended candidate following your interview we will be inviting you to complete various background checks as part of our recruitment process before a final decision is made on the outcome of your application.
Our background checks may include but are not limited to Reference Checks National Police Checks Working with Children and Medical Checks. The background checks will vary depending on the requirements of the role you have applied for and the work and environments you will be working across.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying Our Diversity team can assist to:
provide alternative formats to apply
make adjustments to the recruitment process
offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks
We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply contact the Diversity team on (please include reference number).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.
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Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
