We’ve had heaps of interest in our New Year New Job offer, which is closing soon—see the end for the latest update.
The NSW Police Force has quietly launched a bunch of new vacancies to kick off 2026. These jobs are not front‑line policing roles; instead you’ll be supporting officers in uniform through communications, vetting, payroll and information management. The NSW Police Force is a mature and highly regarded agency where you’ll quickly develop transferable skills across the public sector. These roles are a launch pad to a successful career in government.
We’ve bundled the communications officer openings together because there are 37 full‑time vacancies across Sydney, Tamworth and Newcastle. Beyond the police, we’ve also included roles with NSW Trustee & Guardian, National Parks and Wildlife Service and specialist senior positions spanning communications, business analysis and agile coaching.
If you’re new to government recruitment, explore our resources on writing a cover letter for government jobs, understanding the NSW public sector process and how talent pools work.
Jump to a Role
- Communications Officer – NSW Police Force (37 vacancies)
- Assessment & Advisory Officer (Talent Pool) – NSW Police Force
- Payroll Officer (Talent Pool) – NSW Police Force
- Customer Information Administrator – NSW Trustee & Guardian
- Assistant Customer Service Officer – National Parks & Wildlife Service
- Communications & Engagement Manager – Office of the NSW Anti‑slavery Commissioner
- Senior Business Analyst – Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
- Senior Agile Coach – Department of Customer Service
🌟 Opportunity of the Week: Communications Officer – NSW Police Force
With 37 Communications Officers needed across the Radio Operations Group, this is the largest dispatch recruitment we’ve seen in years. As a Communications Officer you’ll be the calm voice on the other end of urgent calls—tasking and coordinating police vehicles to ensure resources are dispatched quickly and accurately. Vacancies are split between Surry Hills (22), Tamworth (5) and Newcastle (10). You’ll process both urgent and non‑urgent calls, maintain situational awareness and keep information flowing so officers on the ground can respond effectively. There’s no need for prior emergency dispatch experience; comprehensive paid training is provided, along with shift penalties. This unique combination of public safety impact, career growth and transferable skills makes it our opportunity of the week.
- Up‑to‑date CV.
- Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant to call‑centre or emergency dispatch roles. Use our cover letter template if you need a starting point.
- Respond to two targeted questions (around 300 words each) in the online form:
- Describe a time you had to manage pressure or a crisis while maintaining professionalism. How did you approach it?
- Give an example when you had overlapping deadlines. How did you decide what to tackle first and what was the outcome?
2) Assessment & Advisory Officer (Talent Pool) – NSW Police Force
The Security Advisory & Vetting Unit is building a talent pool of Assessment & Advisory Officers (Clerk Grade 5/6). These temporary full‑time roles (up to three years) are based in Parramatta with salaries ranging from $99,938 – $110,271 plus 12 % superannuation and annual leave loading. Successful candidates will conduct security assessments to determine eligibility for access to NSW Police facilities and resources, and help establish and maintain information‑sharing arrangements. Placement in the talent pool remains valid for 18 months and may lead to ongoing or further temporary positions.
- Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) summarising your experience in risk assessment, vetting or compliance.
- Current CV.
- Respond to two targeted questions (up to 500 words each):
- Provide an example of how you tracked progress on a project or piece of work. Explain what you did and the result.
- Provide an example of written communication you completed to recommend a course of action. Describe your approach and the outcome.
- Citizenship or residency: You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen.
3) Payroll Officer (Talent Pool) – NSW Police Force
The NSW Police Force is also creating a talent pool for Payroll Officers (Clerk Grade 3/4) based in Parramatta. These ongoing full‑time roles support accurate disbursement of fortnightly salaries and allowances and will draw on the pool as vacancies arise over the next 18 months. Base salaries range from $84,659 – $92,701 plus 12 % superannuation and annual leave loading.
- Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) summarising your payroll, finance or human resources experience.
- Up‑to‑date CV.
- Respond to two targeted questions (around 300 words each):
- Describe a time you worked in a high‑volume environment with strict deadlines and competing priorities. How did you manage and what skills did you use?
- Provide an example where you investigated and resolved a complex payroll matter. What steps did you take?
- Eligibility: Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen.
4) Customer Information Administrator – NSW Trustee & Guardian
NSW Trustee & Guardian is recruiting two ongoing Customer Information Administrators (Clerk Grade 3/4) to work 35 hours per week in Parramatta. Base salaries range from $84,659 – $92,701 plus 12 % superannuation and annual leave loading. You’ll ensure legal orders and customer information are accurately recorded and maintained in customer information systems, perform routine data quality reviews and provide information to internal and external stakeholders.
- Résumé/CV (maximum 5 pages).
- Brief cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills, experience and suitability.
- Answer one targeted question (maximum one page): Describe a time when you handled highly sensitive or confidential information. What steps did you take to manage it appropriately and what was the outcome?
5) Assistant Customer Service Officer – National Parks & Wildlife Service
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (part of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water) is seeking an Assistant Customer Service Officer (Clerk Grade 5/6) to support booking systems, customer service processes and stakeholder communications. This ongoing full‑time role is based at 4 Parramatta Square (location negotiable) with a salary relative to experience ranging from $99,938 – $110,271 plus superannuation.
- Résumé/CV (we recommend 3 pages).
- Cover letter outlining your interest and suitability (suggest around 2 pages). There are no targeted questions, so use the cover letter to address the essential requirements.
6) Communications & Engagement Manager – Office of the NSW Anti‑slavery Commissioner
The Office of the NSW Anti‑slavery Commissioner (within the Department of Communities and Justice) is seeking an experienced Communications & Engagement Manager (Clerk Grade 11/12) for a temporary full‑time role based in Parramatta CBD with hybrid working. The salary ranges from $149,739 – $173,174 plus superannuation and leave loading. You’ll lead the development and delivery of strategic communications, media and engagement initiatives that support the Commissioner’s statutory functions under the Modern Slavery Act 2018.
- Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) explaining how you meet the requirements of the role and why you’re passionate about combating modern slavery.
- Current résumé/CV (maximum 5 pages).
7) Senior Business Analyst – Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Join the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) as a Senior Business Analyst supporting the BOS Digital Transformation Program. This temporary full‑time opportunity runs until 31 January 2027 (with potential extension) and offers a salary range of $124,322 – $138,494 plus superannuation and leave loading. Based in Parramatta with flexible working options, you’ll gather and document complex business requirements, facilitate stakeholder workshops and translate needs into project scope and deliverables that improve digital services.
- Resume/CV (maximum 5 pages).
- Cover letter (maximum 1 page) outlining your interest and suitability.
8) Senior Agile Coach – Department of Customer Service
Revenue NSW (part of the Department of Customer Service) is recruiting a Senior Agile Coach for a 35‑hour‑per‑week temporary contract up to six months. The role is location flexible across Revenue NSW offices with hybrid working and offers a salary range of $129,464 – $142,665 plus superannuation. You’ll champion Agile practices across product teams, uplift capability in Scrum and Kanban, guide process improvements and foster a culture of continuous learning.
- Resume/CV (maximum 5 pages).
- Cover letter (maximum 1 page) outlining how your skills and experience align to the role.
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New Year, New Job Offer: To kick‑start your 2026 government job search, we’re adding more value for the first 20 new members:
- Personalised job search strategy plan – Know which roles, grades and agencies to target and where your experience is strongest.
- Three bonus applications – Start with six application credits instead of three so you’re ready when roles flood the market after the break.
- Professional government CV – Normally an extra $99 when joining month‑to‑month, this upgrade is included free.
You still get everything already in the plan: three expert applications every month, your own member portal to request and track applications, discounted additional applications for $89 and unlimited support from experienced government application experts. There are now less than eight spots available on this plan—don’t wait until you see a job to apply.
Join early and we’ll show you what roles to apply for, help you find the best examples and refresh your CV to align with the roles you should be targeting.
