Senior Assessment Officer

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW?

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Senior Assessment Officer role within Office of the Local Government
• Temporary full-time opportunity until June 2023 , regional location encourage
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $101,947.00to $112,849.00 plus super and leave loading

The Office of the Local Government is responsible for all local Government across NSW.

About the role
Office of the Local Government are seeking to appoint a Senior Assessment Officer to complete reviews and analysis of councils' short and long term performance, contributes to the implementation of performance measurement frameworks and ensures that councils comply with relevant statutory requirements, probity and due diligence.

As part of the role you will provide high quality, timely responses to enquiries, including correspondence, briefings, and requests for advice from the OLG Executive and the Minister's office.

About you

• Well-developed information technology skills, sound experience with various software packages and the ability to adapt to new software systems quickly.
• Significant experience dealing with politically sensitive and contentious issues
• Ability to analyse data for legislative and regulatory compliance
• Sound understanding of the mechanisms of government
• Willingness to diversify and adopt to changing work dynamics

For more information read the full Role Description:

About Us

The 's (DPE) vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. 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. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments. We are committed to the and welcome applications from all.

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.

DPE strongly recommends all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so.

Applications close Sunday 18th December 2022 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Francis D'lima via francis.dlima@olg.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

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