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  • Manager Education & Volunteer Programs
  • Ongoing full-time opportunity
  • Parramatta location
  • Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

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

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service has a unique opportunity for a Manager Education & Volunteer Programs to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.

Lead and manage a team to design, implement and evaluate education programs that support the regulated community to understand their obligations and improve voluntary compliance. The role collaborates across other NPWS business units to identify opportunities for educational tools to be utilized and designs broad and/or targeted programs that can achieve efficient behaviour change.

About You

A key accountability is the project management and leadership of a portfolio of projects, including scoping and delivery of project outcomes, managing resources, and reporting and monitoring of project outcomes to ensure project activities support the implementation of NPWS and Department objectives.

NPWS is committed to building a robust pipeline of talent and ensuring strong representation of women in leadership roles. We aim to achieve a balanced and diverse leadership team. As such, we strongly encourage female candidates who possess the necessary capabilities and experience for these roles to apply.

Essential Requirements

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive experience in visitor management, tourism, recreation, experience and educational program delivery.
  • Current NSW Driver’s Licence

For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Education & Volunteer Programs Manager Education and Volunteer Programs Clerk Grade 11-12 RD

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

  • Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
  • Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
  • Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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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.

Please also note, to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles, you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Applications close 11.55pm Tuesday 31 March 2026.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Clare Allen, Director Policy and Engagement via clare.allen@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 042262787.

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.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

  • Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
  • How we encourage and support people with disability
  • Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.

If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Graeme Ellis on 0437236477 (please mention reference number 548096.

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn.

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