Closes: 12 May 2026
Classification: Senior Officer Grade C
Salary: $127,597 - $136,873 plus superannuation
Position No: 50580, Several
Directorate: City and Environment
Advertised (Gazettal date): 28 April 2026
Contact Officer: Anita Healey on or (02) 6207 0162
Details: The Climate Change, Energy, Water and Waste Division (the Division) is seeking talented Assistant Directors to contribute to a range of high‑impact program and/or policy areas across the Division.
The Division plays a central role in ensuring the ACT remains a national and global leader in climate action and sustainable resource management. We develop and deliver policies and programs that reduce energy and water use, support renewable energy, promote sustainable transport, reduce and better manage waste, improve access to climate information, and strengthen resilience to a changing climate. Our work spans government, schools, businesses, community organisations and households—helping shape Canberra’s growth as a dynamic, sustainable and prosperous city.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to world‑leading initiatives and cutting‑edge innovations aimed at addressing climate change. The work is meaningful, diverse and rewarding, offering the chance to see the direct impact of your contributions on the Canberra community.
There is a vacancy in Program Delivery within the Business and Economic Development team, and this process will also be used to identify candidates for future opportunities across the Division.
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.
* Current driver’s licence is required.
Note: This is a temporary position available 27 May 2026 until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of permanency. 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: Applicants should provide:
* Two-page pitch supporting statement addressing Selection Criteria
* Curriculum vitae
* Contact details of at least two referees
Applications should be submitted .
Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.
Where an offer of employment is for a fixed-term period, any related temporary contracts within the Territory will be issued in compliance with the requirements and applicable exceptions outlined in the Fair Work Act.
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.
Note
This is a temporary position available 27 May 2026 until 30 June 2027 with the possibility of permanency.