Benefits and conditions

We’re proud to offer careers that combine purpose, flexibility, growth and support, backed by the values of the Queensland Public Sector’s Even Better Public Sector for Queensland Strategy 2024-2028.

Why work with us?

Our people come from diverse backgrounds and work across a wide variety of roles including science, conservation, policy, tourism, law, engineering, IT, innovation, and more. What unites us is the chance to make a tangible difference for Queensland.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

Work-life flexibility

  • Options for where you work (remote, regional, or office, depending on role).
  • Options for when you work—flexible hours, compressed work hours, accrued time, part-time arrangements, or purchased leave.
  • Options for flexible start and finish times.
  • Depending on award conditions, access to time off in lieu, accrued leave or rostered days off.

Inclusion and accessibility

  • Workplace adjustments tailored to you, during recruitment and throughout your career.
  • A culture of equity, diversity and inclusion that reflects the communities we serve.
  • Initiatives that ensure everyone can thrive, contribute and belong.

Leave and family support

  • Generous annual leave: 4 or 5 weeks depending on location.
  • Paid parental and reproductive leave.
  • Ability to purchase extra leave to suit your lifestyle.
  • Support for carers and family commitments.

Pay and financial well-being

  • Competitive salaries and superannuation.
  • Annual increment pay increases until the top of your classification, as well as award increases as scheduled.
  • Salary packaging with your chosen provider.
  • Locality or district allowances for eligible regional roles.
  • Recognition of prior service from other government or education institutions.
  • In some cases, negotiation of starting pay based on your qualifications and experience.

Professional growth

  • Formal training and professional development opportunities.
  • Special interest and professional groups to support growth and networking.
  • Pathways to progress across streams, classifications and leadership roles.

Health, safety and respect

  • A safe and healthy workplace, supported by proactive health and wellbeing initiatives.
  • A respectful workplace culture free from harassment, built on dignity and courtesy.

Relocation support

  • Assistance may be available if your role requires relocation (conditions apply).

Roles and classifications

We hire across a broad spectrum of streams and awards, with clear pathways to grow:

  • Administrative Officers (AO): Corporate and agency support roles including HR, finance, policy, IT, communications, customer service and advisory services.
  • Professional Officers (PO): Specialist and practitioner roles requiring a degree (or equivalent).
  • Technical Officers (TO): Roles requiring a diploma/advanced diploma (or equivalent), often supporting PO streams.
  • Operational Officer (OO): Specialist roles across functional areas such as Rangers and Wildlife Officers under the Parks and Wildlife Award.
  • Senior Executive Service (SES): Leaders who shape strategy and direction at the highest levels.

Each role has a classification level (e.g. AO2, AO3, AO4), with higher numbers representing higher-level responsibilities and pay. Each classification includes a salary range with multiple increments (or pay points).

Learn more about Awards and wages.