- Ongoing Full time, 35 hours per week
- Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour.
- Clerk Grade 9/10 – Salary from $129,464 up to $142,665 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading
About the Role
Provide high-level executive support and advice to the Group Director and executive team on a range of management, policy and operational issues to assist the Climate & Natural Resources Division deliver outcomes. Your role will manage complex information, liaise with ministerial offices and Divisional staff and support decision-making.
About You
You are comfortable with juggling competing priorities, building collaborative networks, and turning complex policy issues into clear, actionable results.
Additionally, you will have
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven experience in strategic planning and delivering policy outcomes.
- Ability to provide high-level executive advice on complex operational issues.
- Expertise in managing administrative projects and improving service quality.
- Strong skills in liaising with Ministerial Offices and senior stakeholders.
- Experience in research and drafting briefings for executive decision-making.
Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.
If you’d like to know more about the role, please view the role description here.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jason Crean on 0407 668 232 or email
[email protected].
Applications close: Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 11:55pm AEST
If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to
[email protected] or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.
Diversity, equity and inclusion are central to the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We actively encourage individuals of all backgrounds – including but not limited to; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation to apply. We strive to ensure that every stage of the recruitment process and overall employee experience is accessible, welcoming and free from barriers. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
About Us
Together, we are DPIRD
The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.
Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.
The department brings together:
- Local Land Services
- NSW Resources
- Agriculture and Biosecurity
- Fisheries and Forestry
- Regional Development and Delivery.
With the majority of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve. Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.
Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.
DPIRD is committed to providing an inclusive candidate experience and through the Disability Confident Recruiter program, identify and remove unintended barriers for candidates.
