- Temporary full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity from 11 January to 9 April 2027
- Office location – Parramatta and Sydney CBD, hybrid working supported
- Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $178,315 to $197,753+ super

Support the Deputy Secretary, Conservation Programs, Heritage and Regulation, as a trusted adviser and leader of the Office of the Deputy Secretary. Drive executive, ministerial and strategic priorities, manage high-profile and sensitive issues, and help shape outcomes across a diverse portfolio that delivers lasting benefits for NSW communities and the environment.

About You

You are a highly experienced leader with exceptional judgement, political acumen and the ability to navigate complex government environments. You excel at managing competing priorities, providing authoritative advice and building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

You are an outstanding communicator and collaborator who can distil complex information into clear, well-informed advice. With experience working on sensitive and high-profile matters, you bring a proactive approach to problem-solving, strong policy and project management capability, and a commitment to delivering results in a fast-moving executive environment.

For more information read the full Role Description: Executive Manager Office of the Deputy Secretary EO14 RD

Who we are The 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 workplace.

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.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

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.

Applications close on Sunday 8 November at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Joel Wilson via [email protected] or on 0432 908 917.

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. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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- Information and support for veterans transitioning into government careers.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing [email protected] or contacting Vaaruni Narayana on 02 9585 6813 (please mention reference number 553286). If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at [email protected] for a yarn.

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