Policy Officer - Climate Action

About the role

The Department for Environment and Water is recruiting a Policy Officer for its Climate Policy and Action team in Adelaide. The officer turns research and complex information into clear advice on climate change, helps deliver projects and initiatives and works with government, industry and the community. The contract is a temporary backfill position of up to 12 months.

Key responsibilities

• Work across a diverse range of climate policy issues
• Turn research and complex information into clear advice
• Help deliver projects and initiatives
• Contribute to South Australia's climate change commitments, including reducing emissions and adapting to a changing climate

Required profile

• Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa
• For non-current employees, an original photo ID and a criminal history check issued within the last 12 months
• Ability to work outside normal hours, occasional overnight absences and possible intra- or interstate travel
• May be required to take part in emergency preparedness, response and recovery activities

What we offer

• Salary of $92,122 to $102,456 per year (ASO5)
• Hybrid working with work-from-home options
• Free entry to DEW-managed parks in South Australia
• Salary sacrifice benefits, Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport Program

Applications close 17 November 2026 and are submitted online through the state's public service portal, with a pre-employment declaration, CV and a three-page letter of application.