Working in a flexible and supportive team, the Policy Officer will support development and delivery of complex policy and regulatory reforms to ensure risk-based regulation of pollution and waste. A key focus will be ensuring noise pollution obligations for outdoor entertainment venues and events are risk-proportionate, supporting the objectives of the Victorian Government's Regulatory Reform Program.

As the successful applicant, you will:

• Undertake impact analysis of policy options
• Navigate a broad range of government, industry and community stakeholder perspectives to inform appropriate policy solutions
• Support timely delivery of complex, timebound policy reform projects

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Qualification in public policy, environmental management, science, economics, law or equivalent is desirable
• Demonstrated experience and/or knowledge of public and/or regulatory policy development is desirable
• Demonstrated experience in economic analysis is desirable
• Knowledge of Victoria's environment protection framework is desirable

This is a fixed term position available until 12 March 2026. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street Melbourne or flexible within Victoria with hybrid work arrangements available

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday, 01 June 2026.

Other relevant information:

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. 

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.