Senior Project Officer

• Clerk Grade 9/10
• Ongoing Full-Time
• Sydney Olympic Park 

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for a Senior Project Officer to be part of our State Emergency Operations Centre Support Unit, Police Transport and Public Safety Command team. The role coordinates and delivers operational readiness and ongoing service delivery for the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC).  This position maintains resources, including assets and equipment required for SEOC business and operations as well as implementing process for governance and compliance requirements.  

This role requires an applicant with significant emergency management, emergency operations centre, and interagency liaison knowledge and experience.

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• opportunity to purchase leave;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination; and 
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease. 

How to Apply

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

Please address each of the following Target Questions (300 word limit per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.

Target Question 1:

With reference to your relevant skills, provide an example(s) that demonstrate(s) your ability to drive the development and maintenance of emergency management-related training programs and projects to enable operational readiness, capability, and address current and emerging issues in emergency and disaster management. 

Target Question 2:

Describe how you develop, coordinate, and provide advice aligned with relevant legislative, policy and planning frameworks to decision makers using diverse communication channels and within tight timeframes. Use relevant skills and experience in your answer.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. 

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Scott Dove via 0419 744 ***.

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: 

• an Australian Citizen;
• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the HR Diversity Team by email at *************@police.nsw.gov.au.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at ********@police.nsw.gov.au.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.