Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?
Working to protect the state's environment and heritage.
Help protect NSW's rivers, wetlands and floodplain ecosystems
Permanent, full-time opportunity (35 hours per week)
Location: Wagga Wagga or flexible within NSW, subject to negotiation.
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $112,375 to $124,158 + super
The Water for the Environment Branch is seeking an Assistant Environmental Water Programs Officer to support the delivery of environmental water programs that protect and enhance some of NSW's most important aquatic ecosystems.
Working as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to the planning, implementation and evaluation of environmental water programs that support healthy rivers, wetlands and floodplains across NSW.
You will provide technical advice to inform water management decisions, support monitoring and evaluation activities, and help deliver projects that achieve meaningful ecological outcomes.
In this role, you will assist with the development and implementation of environmental water plans, strategies and projects, undertake research and analysis, and contribute to reporting on environmental outcomes against ecological objectives.
About You
You're an environmental professional who wants to make a meaningful contribution to protecting and restoring NSW's rivers, wetlands and floodplain ecosystems.
With an interest in conservation, water management or natural resource management, you bring solid analytical skills and the ability to turn environmental data and research into practical insights that support better decision-making.
You thrive in a collaborative environment, building trusted relationships with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver positive environmental outcomes.
Organised and proactive, you enjoy contributing to projects,



solving problems and continuously expanding your knowledge.
This is an opportunity to grow your expertise while playing an important role in delivering environmental water programs that help sustain the health and resilience of NSW's natural landscapes.
Essential Requirements
A valid Australian driver's licence
For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Environmental Water Programs Officer
Who we are
Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state's environment and heritage.
It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.
DCCEEW conserves and protects the state's natural environment.
It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.
DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
Participation in the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme (BOS)
Please read the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Protocol to understand if it applies to your circumstances.




All applicants for this role and new employees with an existing defined interest in the BOS will be required to disclose their personal (or a close family member's) participation to ensure potential conflict of interests are declared and managed appropriately.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
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If you require further information about the role please contact Sam Dawson via or on .
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.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales.
We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone.
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Role Description
Advertised:28 Jul **** AUS Eastern Standard Time
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