16046,Several

Closes: 21 July 2025

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6
Salary: $100,650 - $114,448 plus superannuation
Position No: 16046,Several
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 14 July 2025
Contact Officer: Nicole Coyles on Nicole.Coyles@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 4688

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Details:  The Climate Change, Energy and Water Division is looking for enthusiastic and talented ASO 6 Program and Policy Officers to help deliver a range of innovative programs and policies that empower the Canberra community to reduce emissions and be energy and water efficient. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team taking climate action and to have a direct positive impact for the local community.

The ACT remains a national and global leader in addressing climate change and promoting sustainable energy supply and use. Through policies and programs, the Climate Change, Energy and Water Division seeks to reduce energy use, support renewable energy, promote environmentally sound transport choices, improve waste management, enhance the ACT’s water security, improve the health of waterways, and increase resilience to our changing climate. These activities occur in all sectors including government, schools, business, community and households, and contribute to Canberra’s growth as a dynamic, sustainable and prosperous city.

Successful applicants will work in partnership with a range of internal and external stakeholders to develop, implement and evaluate climate change, energy and water programs and policies. Duties include project planning and delivery, development of briefs, reports and correspondence, stakeholder liaison and negotiation, and high-quality administrative support such as procurement and contract management.

This recruitment process will be used to fill several vacancies, including permanent and temporary positions. Applicants are encouraged to contact the Contact Officer to learn more about current vacancies.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

Eligibility/ Other Requirements:

• Occasional weekend work will be required.
• A current ACT or equivalent driver’s licence is required.
• Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra

Note: A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.

How to Apply: Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include:

1. A two-page supporting statement addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description document
2. Curriculum vitae.
3. Contact details of two referees.

Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button Below.

City and Environment

City and Environment Directorate was established on the 1 July 2025. This new directorate is an amalgamation of positions previously advertised under Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate and Transport Canberra and City Services Directorate.

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