Job Description
Department of Education
Reference number
1264XXXXXX
Occupation
Project Officer
Work type
Location
Sydney City
Salary Information
Closing date
16 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Project Officer, Attendance
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Ongoing opportunities
This is a full-time role and you will be required to work minimum 3 days per week in an identified education office location.
Location: listed under ‘About the role’
Clerk Grade 7/8 with base salary ranging from $113,574 to $125,720 per annum, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
About the Student Wellbeing Support directorate
Student Wellbeing Support provide direct support to schools to strengthen accessible and inclusive education practice to maximise wellbeing and learning for students in NSW public schools. The Student Wellbeing Support directorate includes four Student Wellbeing Support groups that service our schools across various principal networks. Student Wellbeing Support advances equitable outcomes through outcomes focused programs, systems, and processes.
Schools access our support through the one-call, Team Around a School model. The Team Around a School helps school teams to improve student learning and wellbeing practices and strengthens school and staff initiatives across the care continuum. We are a key enabler of the department’s Plan for Public Education and are committed to ensuring we provide support to schools that is efficient, effective, and easy to access.
About the role
We are excited to announce an opening for a Project Officer, Attendance within our Student Wellbeing Support directorate. The Project Officer is responsible for supporting innovative solutions for various business system projects that enable the Student Wellbeing Support directorate to effectively implement the department ‘s priorities in line with established objectives.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to select your preference/s from the following education office location/s: Adamstown, Albury, Armidale, Arncliffe, Batemans Bay, Bathurst, Broken Hill, Campbelltown, Coffs Harbour, Deniliquin, Dubbo, Forster, Goonellabah, Grafton, Griffith, Macquarie Park, Maitland, Miranda, Moree, Murwillumbah, Newcastle. Nirimba (Quakers Hill), Orange, Port Macquarie, Queanbeyan, Ringrose (Greystanes), Riverwood, St Peters, Tamworth, Tuggerah, Wagga Wagga, Warilla
For further information please click here to view the role description
Key knowledge and experience:
Demonstrated experience in project management and business system improvement.
Proficiency in the use of advanced Microsoft Excel, Power Apps, such as Power BI, and data visualisation and reporting.
Knowledge and understanding of database management and customer relationship management software (i.e. Salesforce).
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements:
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment (or willing to acquire one)
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education
Why Join Us?
Be part of Australia’s largest education system
35 hour working week
Enjoy flexible working arrangements
Flex leave entitlements, generous holidays and leave conditions
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Fitness Passport
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’ and attaching a resume (maximum 5 pages) & cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities for the role. Also address the pre-screening questions below:
Q1 - Describe your experience with project management. Include the types of projects you have managed or supported, your role, the methodologies or tools you have used, and any notable outcomes. (300 words max)
Q2 - Outline your experience working with Salesforce, including any user support, training and reporting experiences. (300 words max)
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: Thursday 16 April 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries, please contact - Jessica Meyers, Leader Business Systems, via email jessica.meyers4@det.nsw.edu.au
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
Reference number
1264XXXXXX
Occupation
Project Officer
Work type
Location
Sydney City
Salary Information
Closing date
16 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Project Officer, Attendance
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Ongoing opportunities
This is a full-time role and you will be required to work minimum 3 days per week in an identified education office location.
Location: listed under ‘About the role’
Clerk Grade 7/8 with base salary ranging from $113,574 to $125,720 per annum, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
About the Student Wellbeing Support directorate
Student Wellbeing Support provide direct support to schools to strengthen accessible and inclusive education practice to maximise wellbeing and learning for students in NSW public schools. The Student Wellbeing Support directorate includes four Student Wellbeing Support groups that service our schools across various principal networks. Student Wellbeing Support advances equitable outcomes through outcomes focused programs, systems, and processes.
Schools access our support through the one-call, Team Around a School model. The Team Around a School helps school teams to improve student learning and wellbeing practices and strengthens school and staff initiatives across the care continuum. We are a key enabler of the department’s Plan for Public Education and are committed to ensuring we provide support to schools that is efficient, effective, and easy to access.
About the role
We are excited to announce an opening for a Project Officer, Attendance within our Student Wellbeing Support directorate. The Project Officer is responsible for supporting innovative solutions for various business system projects that enable the Student Wellbeing Support directorate to effectively implement the department ‘s priorities in line with established objectives.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to select your preference/s from the following education office location/s: Adamstown, Albury, Armidale, Arncliffe, Batemans Bay, Bathurst, Broken Hill, Campbelltown, Coffs Harbour, Deniliquin, Dubbo, Forster, Goonellabah, Grafton, Griffith, Macquarie Park, Maitland, Miranda, Moree, Murwillumbah, Newcastle. Nirimba (Quakers Hill), Orange, Port Macquarie, Queanbeyan, Ringrose (Greystanes), Riverwood, St Peters, Tamworth, Tuggerah, Wagga Wagga, Warilla
For further information please click here to view the role description
Key knowledge and experience:
Demonstrated experience in project management and business system improvement.
Proficiency in the use of advanced Microsoft Excel, Power Apps, such as Power BI, and data visualisation and reporting.
Knowledge and understanding of database management and customer relationship management software (i.e. Salesforce).
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Essential requirements:
Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
Hold a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment (or willing to acquire one)
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education
Why Join Us?
Be part of Australia’s largest education system
35 hour working week
Enjoy flexible working arrangements
Flex leave entitlements, generous holidays and leave conditions
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Fitness Passport
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’ and attaching a resume (maximum 5 pages) & cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities for the role. Also address the pre-screening questions below:
Q1 - Describe your experience with project management. Include the types of projects you have managed or supported, your role, the methodologies or tools you have used, and any notable outcomes. (300 words max)
Q2 - Outline your experience working with Salesforce, including any user support, training and reporting experiences. (300 words max)
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application. If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: Thursday 16 April 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries, please contact - Jessica Meyers, Leader Business Systems, via email jessica.meyers4@det.nsw.edu.au
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Project Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.