- Clerk Grade 9/10
- 2x Temporary Full-Time up to 12 months
- 1x Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June 2027
- Parramatta and Sydney Olympic Park

About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for 3 x Senior Project Officers to be part of our Project Management Office, Technology & Communication Services Command.

The Senior Project

Officer provides high-level project management support to drive the delivery of strategic and operational initiatives across the organisation. The role is responsible for ensuring projects are effectively planned, governed and delivered in accordance with established frameworks, while proactively managing risks, issues and dependencies. Through strong stakeholder engagement, coordination and oversight, the Senior Project Officer ensures project objectives remain aligned with business priorities and organisational outcomes. By providing strategic advice, monitoring performance and promoting continuous improvement, the role plays a key part in delivering projects that create lasting value and support the organisation's long-term vision.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;




- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and
- in-house gym facilities. (if based at Parramatta)

How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 words per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

Describe a time when you were required to manage competing priorities and differing expectations from senior stakeholders across a project. How did you build alignment, manage risks, and ensure project outcomes were achieved?

Target Question 2:

Can you provide an example of how you established a clear direction for project team or working group? What strategies did you use to set expectations, maintain engagement, and support stakeholders throughout the project life cycle to achieve successful outcomes?

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.

If you require any further information about this chance, please contact the hiring manager Megan Burton via (02) 8835 9030.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or




- a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity:

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

- Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
- Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
- Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

📌 Senior Project Officer (Sydney)
🏢 New South Wales Government
📍 Sydney