Assistant Policy Officer
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
- Multiple temporary and ongoing opportunities
- Location: Parramatta
- Directorate: Curriculum
- Salary: Clerk Grade 5/6 with salary ranging from $97,027 to $107,059 + super and annual leave loading
About the role
Are you passionate about policy development and looking to make a meaningful impact?
We are seeking Assistant Policy Officers to join our team and support the formulation of key policy advice and recommendations.
As an Assistant Policy Officer, you will play a vital role in conducting research, analysis, and administrative tasks that contribute to the development of policies aligned with the Department of Education’s initiatives and commitments.
For further information please click here to view the role description
About you
Do you possess the following attributes?
- Strong critical thinking and research skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
- Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Adaptable and open to learning new processes and technologies
Key Knowledge and Experience
- 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
- Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment.
- Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Benefits
- 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 career growth
How to apply
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.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Closing date: 13 April 2025 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Dionissia Tsirigos via email on Dionissia Tsirigos dionissia.tsirigos@det.nsw.edu.au
We 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 (dandi@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
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.
