* Ongoing Full Time, 35 hours per week
* Location: Willing to consider candidates across all NSW locations. Preference will be given to candidates based regionally, with a focus on Queanbeyan, Armidale, Dubbo and Coffs Harbour
* Clerk Grade 11/12 – salary from $149,739 to $173,174 per annum (FTE) plus super and leave loading
About the Role
The Leader Genetics plays a key leadership role within NSW DPIRD's Extensive Livestock and Pastures branch, working collaboratively with the Leader Livestock Efficiency and Sustainability, Leader Rangelands & Tropical Pastures, and Leader Slopes and Rangelands Systems to drive the department's research, development and adoption (R,D&A;) program for extensive livestock industries across NSW.
In this role, you will provide strategic direction and operational leadership across the Genetics portfolio, ensuring the successful delivery of impactful research programs that support industry innovation, productivity and sustainability outcomes. You will lead a high-performing team, oversee complex projects and partnerships, and contribute to shaping the future of livestock genetics and genomics research in NSW. The role manages up to 12 direct reports.
About You
Required Qualifications:
* A Degree or post graduate qualifications in agriculture or science based disciplines;
* Current driver's licence;
* Compliance with pre-employment probity screening is mandatory for this role.
Ideal Candidate:
* Demonstrated experience in leading, mentoring and supervising professional and technical staff;
* A thorough understanding and knowledge of genetics and genomics;
* Strong knowledge and understanding of livestock genetics and genomics;
* Proven experience managing complex research, development and adoption programs and projects;
* Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build robust collaborative partnerships across industry, research and government;
* Strong strategic thinking and problem‐solving capabilities, with the ability to identify emerging opportunities in a changing research environment.
Why Join Us?
* Work on meaningful projects that shape the future of agriculture and biosecurity;
* Enjoy flexible work arrangements and the option to work from regional locations;
* Access professional development opportunities to grow your career;
* Be part of a collaborative, inclusive team that values diversity and innovation.
For further information about the role please contact hiring manager Fay Haynes, Director Extensive Livestock & Pastures at fay.haynes@dpird.nsw.gov.au.
Applications close: Sunday 14 June 2026 at 11:55pm AEST.
At DPIRD we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation. DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter, Family Inclusive Employer and Carer Friendly Employer.
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