Environmental Officer jobs in Melbourne VIC

Help the Department of Education use data and information to understand environmental impacts and risks. This is a full-time position, but applications for part-time or job-share arrangements will also be considered.

Job description

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic environmental data professional to join our Environmental Sustainability team.

This role supports the Department of Education's work to understand and manage data and information related to the department's environmental impacts and risks.

This is a full-time position, but applications for part-time or job-share arrangements will also be considered.

About the role

The Environmental Data Officer:

• collects, monitors, analyses and reports on environmental data and information related to the department's environmental impacts, including data related to corporate, school and early childhood education operations
• uses data to inform the development and evaluation of evidence-based policies and actions that reduce the department's environmental impacts and risks
• clearly presents and communicates data and information to a range of audiences.

About you

As our ideal candidate, you will:

• have a relevant tertiary qualification in a field related to data analytics or environmental science
• have professional experience in collecting and analysing environmental data and climate risk
• enjoy collaborating with others and have excellent stakeholder and interpersonal skills
• demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
• be proactive and seek to develop creative and evidence-based solutions to complex problems.

How to apply

Submit an application before the closing date that includes:

• a resume
• a two-page cover letter which addresses the key selection criteria and your interest in the role.

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

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Further information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

Applications close midnight Thursday 27th August 2026

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