Classification: Administrative Services Officer 6
Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation
Position No: 13812
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 12 June 2026
Contact Officer: Miranda Gardner on [email protected] or (02) 6205 5085
Details:
About the Role
As a Project Officer, you will assist the Commissioner through providing advice on a broad range of sustainability and environmental matters within the ACT context and producing a variety of written and online materials to communicate their findings. The successful candidate will bring a curious and adaptive approach to their work, with the ability to quickly develop and apply knowledge about new topics. You will be part of a small, committed team with a strong culture of mutual support, and deliver a combination of team-based and individual projects.
What you will do
Support the Commissioner by conducting research and writing content for the delivery of State of the Environment, investigation and special reports.
Translate complex environmental research and datasets (e.g., terrestrial, aquatic and atmospheric science) into engaging, accessible, and objective reports.
Build effective and collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to support input into OCSE publications, investigations and reports.
Coordinate online communications to promote the work of the Commissioner in advocacy for the environment across government and community stakeholders by developing content and messaging and by engaging with digital and traditional media channels.
Enhance knowledge and public understanding of issues relating to ecologically sustainable development and the environment through supporting OCSE participation at community and stakeholder forums and events.
Support the delivery of OCSE functions and responsibilities by contributing to projects and performing other duties as required.
Eligibility/Other requirements:
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Tertiary qualifications and/or prior experience in environmental sustainability or science communication or related discipline
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Well-developed research and writing skills with experience in producing material for reports.
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Effective communication skills, including experience communicating complex information in a way that is accessible to a range of different audiences (e.g. children and young people, multicultural communities, minority groups, scientists, policy makers).
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Knowledge of and/or experience using online communication platforms, social media or other creative media.
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Knowledge of and/or experience of stakeholder engagement including with community and special interest groups, government and the wider public.
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Demonstrated ability to operate in a team environment, as well as work independently, and to show leadership in high quality customer service.
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A commitment to behaviours consistent with the ACT Public Service Values and Signature Behaviours.
Desirable
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Demonstrated understanding of environmental issues in the ACT.
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An understanding of the role of statutory office holders and environmental governance in the ACT.
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Expertise or experience in a specific field of environmental knowledge or practice will be highly regarded (e.g. climate science, environmental education, ecology, sustainable building).
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Expertise or experience in relevant technical skills will be highly regarded (e.g. GIS, digital storytelling, web design).
Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill similar vacancies over the next 12 months.
Selection will be based on application, Interview and referee reports. Interviews will be by a Selection Advisory Committee (SAC).
Opportunities for flexible working options could include hybrid working, being a combination of working from home, designated office based and FlexiSpace working locations across the ACT, flexible start, and finish times.
How to apply: Please submit a maximum two-page written response addressing why you are best suited for this position and your experience against the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge, Behavioural Capabilities and Qualifications outlined in the Position Description, along with a current curriculum vitae and names and contact details of two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
City and Environment
City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.
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