Assistant Environmental Water Programs Officer

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.

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 strong 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.

• A valid Australian driver’s licence

For more information read the full Role Description:  Assistant Environmental Water Programs Officer

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 environment.

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. 

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. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sam Dawson via samantha.dawson@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 02 6229 7180.

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. 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.

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Gabriella Schulzer on 9585 6521 (please mention reference number 551662).

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 AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 28 Jul 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 11 Aug 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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