Program Officer – Department of Industry, Science and Resources
📌 Vacancy Fact Sheet
- Reference Number: VN-0770838
- Agency: Department of Industry, Science and Resources
- Job Title: Program Officer
- Position Number: 0937_06/26
- Classification: APS Level 4
- Closing Date: Friday 24 July 2026
- Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing;Non-Ongoing
- Location: Various locations – ACT ACT
- Future Merit Locations: Various locations – ACT, Various locations – NSW,
- Salary: $81,448 – $87,918
- Office Arrangement: On Site;Flexible (This vacancy primarily requires in-person participation)
About Department of Industry, Science and Resources
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the
Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better
future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy,
enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
Investing in science and technology
Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to
create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and
our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and
open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.
Please see the for more information on the benefits and APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition
value of employment within the APS.
Duties
- Working consistently with the expectations for an APS Level 4 in the APS Work Level Standards,
- Program Delivery Officers will:
- Travel to regional and remote areas for 2-4 weeks at a time to deliver high-quality STEM
- programs for a variety of audiences.
- Support the logistics and preparation required for touring to regional and remote locations,
- as well as conducting other online or local delivery activities.
- Set-up and deliver pop-up science centres, from unpacking the truck to facilitating exhibits.
- Assist with the development, testing and evaluation of new content, activities and delivery
- methods.
- Have strong organisational and time management skills, with an ability to use initiative and
- work under minimal supervision.
- Provide open communication to all team members, including giving and receiving feedback
- and effectively contributing as part of a team.
Eligibility / Notes
- Candidates must:
- hold a full or P2 drivers licence (and have held a non-learner licence for 12 months before
- commencing)
- be able to gain and maintain an ACT Working With Vulnerable People registration
- be able to gain and maintain equivalent registration in other Australian states and territories
- pass a national police check
- be able to gain a basic First Aid Certificate
- travel in small teams for 2-4 weeks at a time, up to a maximum of 24 weeks per year.
- To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian
- Citizens.
- Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to
- obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
How to Apply
Position Contact Matthew Dunn, 0437940455
Agency Recruitment Site https://careers.industry.gov.au/en/job/
Applicants to vacancies notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette should be aware:
that the names of successful applicants will also be notified in all formats of the electronic Public Service Gazette
applicants found suitable may be offered similar employment opportunities by other Australian Public Service agencies
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