Principal Project Manager - Court Services at Department Of Family And Community Services nsw

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

173174.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Management, Negotiation, Communication, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Team Leadership

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Location: Sydney CBD (hybrid work arrangements considered) Employment Type: Temporary full time (12-month contract) Salary: from $149,739 to $173,174 per annum, plus employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading. Your role Shape the Future of Justice Services. At the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), we’re building safer, fairer, and more inclusive communities. Our work impacts lives every day, and now you can play a key role in driving that change. We’re looking for a Principal Project Manager to lead a portfolio of high-impact projects within Courts, Tribunals and Services Delivery. If you thrive on complexity, love solving problems, and want to see your work make a real difference, this is your opportunity. What you’ll do Lead major projects that improve justice services across NSW Drive innovation, from business cases to delivery and evaluation Engage stakeholders at all levels and across agencies and influence outcomes that matter Direct, mentor and inspire a team to achieve goals What we’re looking for Proven experience in strategic project management and delivery of complex initiatives Strong skills in financial and budget management, stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication Ability to think critically, solve problems creatively, and deliver results under pressure Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience. Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances: National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014 Download the Role Description To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button. We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply. What We Offer We offer a variety of benefits, including: · Great team environment · Work on projects that impact communities statewide · Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive team culture · Initial 12-month contract with potential extension. · Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs. Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us. We do work that really matters. Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters. Are you ready to join us? Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role as well as an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages). Applications close 12th December 2025 at 11:59pm Got a question? For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact Megan Jones on 0455 986 615 | Megan.Jones@justice.nsw.gov.au If you have any questions about the application process or would like to request a recruitment adjustment (for example submitting your application in a different format), please call Dean on 02 9765 3526 or email the recruiter Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website. Other Information A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months. For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website. Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application. To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/

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Responsibilities

Lead major projects that improve justice services across NSW and drive innovation from business cases to delivery and evaluation. Engage stakeholders at all levels and mentor a team to achieve goals.