Probity Officer

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Parramatta with flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $110, to $122, super

Whats in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

We are seeking an organised and proactive Probity Officer to join our team at the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in embedding principles of equity, integrity, transparency, and accountability within the department’s activities and decision-making processes. You will build strong networks across the department and with external agencies, providing expert advice to ensure the highest standards of probity and governance are maintained.

Your key responsibilities will include providing clear advice on probity issues, developing and delivering training, monitoring compliance, and drafting reports and resources to support the department’s probity framework. Additionally, you will analyse data to identify trends, make recommendations to address systemic issues, and ensure the department adheres to the highest standards of integrity and accountability. This is a great opportunity to be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters professional development.

For more information read the full Role Description: Probity Officer

What you will bring to the role

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges and adapt to evolving situations.
• Solid time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with a willingness to contribute to group efforts and support colleagues in achieving objectives.
• High level administrative skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and competing demands.
• Capable of driving outcomes while effectively involving stakeholders throughout the process, fostering collaboration and buy-in.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

What is an essential requirement:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated experience and/or ability in fraud and/or corruption control, probity, corporate governance, risk management or another field relevant to the role.

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities. 

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Tuesday, 18 February .

Should you require further information about the role please contact Amanda Eid on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or – HR Support, option 3, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference ‘Request an Adjustment – Job Title and Reference Number’.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn