At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Ongoing Full-Time employment Located in Parramatta and Eveleigh with flexible working arrangements available Salary ranges from $113,574 to $125,720 p.a. plus superannuation + annual leave loading About the role The Statutory Planner plays a critical role in supporting timely delivery of safe, high-quality educational facilities by providing expert statutory planning advice.
The role applies relevant planning policies, regulations and legislations to assess development proposals and support successful delivery of School infrastructure projects.
Your responsibilities will include: Building and maintaining positive relationship with internal and external stakeholders to support informed statutory planning outcomes Developing, maintaining and reviewing statutory planning processes, procedures and documentation Preparing high-quality, evidence-based briefs, reports and responses to meet statutory and compliance obligation Monitoring changes in statutory planning legislation and regulatory and ensure development proposal remain compliant For further information please click here to view the role description About you To be successful in this role, you will bring: Proven statutory planning experience Effective stakeholder engagement and strong analytical skills to interpret and apply legislation Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate intricate technical concepts to a diverse range of stakeholders.
A high-attention to detail and a strategic, solution-focused approach.
Impeccable organisational skills to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
Proven ability to prepare high-quality, evidence-based recommendations to ensure adherence to legislative requirements.




Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department's Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department's Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements of the role Relevant tertiary qualifications in Urban/Regional Planning and/or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits Flexible working arrangements 35 hour working week Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your growth opportunities How to applyAttach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role, as well as your response to the pre-screening question below: Question 1Please briefly describe your qualifications or equivalent experience?
(200 words max)
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently.
The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department's values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant's Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.




All other applicants please submit your application by clicking 'Apply Now'.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number.
Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role.
Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa).
Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: Monday 9 March **** at 11:59pm.For role enquiries please contact Amanda Hill details at ****** and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Jenny Nguyen at ****** welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.
If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (******) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process.
A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.

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