- Full Time, 35 hours per week
- Temporary up to June 2028
- Primary Work Location: Narooma or Jervis Bay
- Clerk Grade 3/4 – Salary from $87,199 up to $95,482 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading
About the Role
As a Senior Customer Service Officer, you will provide frontline information and administrative support for marine parks across NSW. You will respond to enquiries, process permit applications and referrals, prepare correspondence and maintain accurate records. You will also support asset and financial administration, website updates, community engagement, education activities and advisory committees. Working closely with marine park staff and other customer service officers, you will help ensure customers receive timely, accurate and practical support.
About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity and acceptance by your community.
- Knowledge, respect and understanding of Aboriginal cultural issues in either the Jervis Bay or Eurobodalla area.
- Experience delivering timely, accurate and customer-focused services.
- Clear and respectful communication skills when working with customers and stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail when processing applications, correspondence and records.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively as part of a team.
- A current NSW Driver Licence and the willingness and ability to travel.
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 Norm Lenehan on 0419 354 727 or email
[email protected].
Applications close: Sunday, 13 September 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.
