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Job Title


Assistant Property Officer


Company : Department of Education


Location : Alexandria, Australia


Created : 2026-02-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Assistant Property OfficerAt the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. Temporary Full-Time up to 10 March 2028Located in Eveleigh with flexible working arrangements availableCompetitive salary of $99,938 - $110,271 pa plus superannuation and leave loadingAbout the roleProvides infrastructure planning assistance to the property team to facilitate the effective delivery of property services, including land acquisition and divestment across the department.For further information please click here to view the role descriptionAbout you - You will have the skills to perform a range of property related tasks, including the preparation of valuation reports, leases, licences and user agreements that assist in making informed property management decisions.Undertake research of the property industry, analyse and review market trends and prepare advice for the team and senior management as directed to assist in providing an informed infrastructure planning service.Support the team by undertaking routine administration duties such as payment of invoices, receipt of monies, preparation and issue of orders to external suppliers, and the preparation of reports, briefings, and correspondence to support business operations.Actively contribute as a team member and develop capabilities in new and required areas to enhance the value of the teams'' contribution to achieving departmental objectives.Provides infrastructure planning assistance to the property team to facilitate the effective delivery of property services.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 of the roleTertiary qualification in property or project management and a working knowledge or experience of property services management.Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education. BenefitsFlexible working arrangements35 hour working weekCompetitive, salary sacrificing, employer''s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loadingFlex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditionsOpportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growthHow to applyAttach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.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 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, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ''Apply Now''.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.As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a nonchild-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.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: 17 February 2026 at 11:59pm.For role enquiries please contact Hugh Halpin at and for recruitment process enquiries please contact Nabeel Abd Almadi at We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.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.