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- Project Officer position with the Crown Lands Strategic Programs and Acquisitions team
- Permanent full-time opportunity based out of Newcastle with location flexible across our NSW office locations
- Salary ranges from $106,025 to $117,363 + super + annual leave loading + flex leave
Crown Lands is currently seeking a Project Officer Strategic Programs and Acquisitions to support the acquisition, vesting and sale of Crown land by other government agencies that promotes public interest and creates significant public benefits to the State.
In this role you will coordinate a range of land dealings including the Sale of Crown Land, vesting of Crown Land to other agencies, or facilitating the acquisition of Crown land by other agencies under the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991.
You will play a critical role in facilitating the efficient transfer of land to enable the delivery of government priorities including major infrastructure, renewable energy and housing projects.
You will be welcomed into a positive work environment with a strong collaborative team that love coming to work and value a flexible approach to work that offers balance.
About you
To be successful in this role you will;
- Be an excellent communicator and able to build and maintain strong networks with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate experience in applying legislation, policy and processes consistently and delivering outcomes.
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise competing work demands given the diverse range of issues encountered simultaneously to be resolved with the defined time-frames.
- Demonstrate experience in researching information and interpreting and applying legislation and policy to support business case documentation, ministerial correspondence and executive briefings.
- Have experience working with the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 desirable but not essential.
Essential Requirements
- Tertiary qualifications in property or other relevant field and/or equivalent experience
For more information read the full Role Description: Project Officer Strategic Programs and Acquisitions
About Us
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) are building the future of NSW through delivering diverse planning, housing solutions and infrastructure across the state. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.?
In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.
Crown Lands is responsible for managing NSW's Crown Land on behalf of the people of NSW. Crown land covers around 42% of NSW and includes parks, reserves, roads and cemeteries with a value at over $6.1 billion. Crown land is used and enjoyed for recreation, businesses, tourism and has significant importance to the Aboriginal people of NSW. Visit our website to learn more about our vision for the future: Crown Lands (nsw.gov.au).
Benefits of Working for Crown Lands
- Be part of managing some of NSW's most iconic land and helping to create and support prosperous and resilient communities.
- 35 hour working week with flexible working arrangements available with a hybrid working model split between working from home and the office.
- Generous leave options including 4 weeks paid annual leave, 14 weeks paid parental leave, study leave available and up to 24 days' time in lieu (flex time) where available.
- Reimbursement of travel costs and associated expenses, where travel is required.
- Professional development costs covered and internal career progression opportunities available.
To Apply
We look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close on Sunday January 28th at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Justin Sauvage, Manager Strategic Programs & Acquisitions via justin.sauvage@crownland.nsw.gov.au
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.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying?
Our Diversity team can assist to:
- provide alternative formats to apply
- make adjustments to the recruitment process
- offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks
We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on Diversity@DPIE.nsw.gov.au (please include reference number).
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.
