Senior Departmental Liaison Officer,
Office of the Secretary and Ministerial Services
This temporary vacancy is only available to current
NSW Treasury
and
NSW Public Sector employees
.
External candidates are encouraged to apply for our externally advertised roles.
Employment Type:
Temporary
Employment period
:
12 months with possibility of extension
Classification / Grade / Band:
Clerk Grade *****
Remuneration:
$129,****** - $142,****** plus Superannuation and Leave Loading
Location:
Sydney CBD, Flexible working options available
Applications Close:
Tuesday, 12 May **** at 9:59am
Your day as a Senior Departmental Liaison Officer
As a
Senior Departmental Liaison Officer (DLO
), you'll help build and maintain a strong relationship between our Ministers' Offices and NSW Treasury.
You will play an integral part in implementing and improving systems between the department and the Treasurer's Office.
You will review and facilitate the approval of documents such as briefing notes, advice, correspondence, Cabinet papers and parliamentary materials, and provide clear feedback to the department about the office's needs.
In particular, you will be responsible for checking the quality of information and advice and using sound judgement to prioritise work that is often unpredictable, deadline-driven and of a critical nature.
Over your 12-month term, you will gain exposure to the dynamics of politics, sitting days in Parliament House, and the end-to-end policy process from ideation through to legislation.
You will help the office deliver the NSW Budget, prepare for Budget Estimates and other committee hearings, and support Cabinet meetings.
You will witness the progression of key policy priorities including housing reform, industrial relations, energy, major infrastructure projects and many more.
As a Treasury DLO, you will work across all divisions in the department.
You will liaise with other NSW government agencies, other state and territory Treasuries, and with external stakeholders.
You will form productive working relationships with staff in other Ministerial Offices, Premier's Department, The Cabinet Office, and across other Ministerial offices.
This role is primarily office-based working in the Sydney CBD where you will join a small and tight-knit DLO team in the Treasurer's Office.
You will be joining our Office of the Secretary and Ministerial Services team.
Read more about your future
Group and Division
.
You can read more about the role in the role description
here
.
What you can bring to the role
In this integral role there are a few things we would like for you to have to best support yourself and add value to the people of NSW.
The ideal candidate should meet the following criteria:




confident engaging with a range of stakeholders and comfortable building networks
understanding of the workings of government, including the role of Ministers, departments and agencies, the role of a Ministerial Office, parliamentary processes, and government protocols and procedures
ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a range of stakeholders
ability to exercise initiative, sound judgement, maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity
high level of accuracy, consistency and quality in service delivery
demonstrated experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and high-volume environment.
Investing in you
The team you will join is made up of a diverse and welcoming group of people.
We understand what starting a recent job is like, and to ensure you have the most positive experience we will 'Buddy' you up with a team member to help settle you in.
Just some of the
benefits
of working with Treasury include:
Flexible work at our Sydney office with 35-hour standard weeks
Accrual of flex time for extra hours worked, promoting work-life balance.
Ongoing learning opportunities through expert-led sessions and online training
Wellbeing programs to support your mental and physical health.
Various leave options, including paid parental and carers leave.
Read more about our
benefits
and how we
invest in you.
Enrich your career with the NSW Treasury
You will have an invaluable opportunity to create a positive impact for the people of New South Wales.
You will be challenged to provide the best outcomes possible in this role while developing and growing your own skills.
When you join Treasury, you join an organisation that is a whole-of-government financial and economic advisor.
Treasury is a critical component of the government and provides advice that informs a wide range of financial, economic and policy driven work for the state of NSW.
As you contribute your expertise, you'll engage in continuous
Professional Development
, acquiring essential skills such as:
co-ordinating information flows between the Treasurer's Office and Treasury
responding promptly to enquiries from key internal Treasury and wider Government stakeholders and other Ministerial offices
developing procedures and solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of ministerial services
maintaining communication strategies and networks within the organisation.
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and learn more about how you can transform your career in a central government agency invested in you.
Interested in working with us
Read the
role description
to learn more about the role and submit your application ONLY via the
I Work for NSW
jobs platform.
Application process:
an up-to-date resume detailing your knowledge, skills, and experience in relation to the role.
complete pre-screening questions as part of the application process.
partake in a behavioural based interview and undergo additional assessments if shortlisted
A
talent pool
may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that may become available over the next 18 months.
If Talent Pooled, you are only eligible for Senior Departmental Liaison Officer positions.
Read more about what to expect in the
hiring process
.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
NSW Treasury is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to contribute and do their best work.
We are committed to fair and equitable recruitment processes and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, people of all ages and genders, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds.
We actively support workplace and recruitment adjustments to remove barriers and enable equitable participation.
If you require an adjustment or assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Advisor listed on the job advertisement or visit the following link for more information:

As a Disability Confident Recruiter, NSW Treasury is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment and supports adjustments so candidates with disability can participate fairly at every stage.
As a Level 1 Activate Carer Employer, we recognise and support employees with caring responsibilities through inclusive and flexible workplace practices.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for ongoing employment at NSW Treasury, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident of Australia.
NSW Treasury does not provide relocation expenses, nor can we support employer-sponsored work visas unless specifically referenced in the advertisement.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo background checks and provide confirmation of tertiary academic qualifications before commencement.
Any questions?
Visit our
Careers Centre
or contact our Talent Advisor
Kathy Lau
******
.
Close of applications:
9:59am Tuesday 12 May 202
6
A concurrent search is also underway.
Click "Apply" to start your application.

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