NSW Public Service Salary Scales (2025–2026)
Official Clerk Grade 1/2 to 11/12 and Senior Executive Service pay scales under the Crown Employees Salaries Award with Stage 3 take-home pay calculations.
NSW Public Sector Clerk Pay Scales
Based on official Crown Employees (Public Sector - Salaries) Award (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.0%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk Grade 1 Administrative Assistant | $57,450 | +$6,894 | -$9,034 | $48,416 | |
| Clerk Grade 3 Project Support Officer | $72,890 | +$8,747 | -$14,113 | $58,777 | |
| Clerk Grade 5 Policy & Project Officer | $89,420 | +$10,730 | -$19,402 | $70,018 | |
| Clerk Grade 7 Senior Policy Officer / Team Leader | $106,450 | +$12,774 | -$24,852 | $81,598 | |
| Clerk Grade 9 Principal Project Officer / Manager | $122,800 | +$14,736 | -$30,084 | $92,716 | |
| Clerk Grade 11 Associate Director / Branch Lead | $144,900 | +$17,388 | -$37,849 | $107,051 | |
| SES Band 1 Executive Director (TRP) | $202,500 | +$24,300 | -$61,313 | $141,187 |
Calculate NSW Clerk Grade 7 Take-Home Pay
Stage 3 Tax Cuts, 12% Superannuation Guarantee, and ATO Withholding Engine
Advanced Adjustments (Salary Sacrifice & Hours)
NSW Public Service Administrative Stream Structure
The New South Wales Public Service operates primarily under the Clerk General Scale and Clerk Grade 1/2 through 11/12 structure, culminating in the Public Service Senior Executive (PSSE) bands. Roles encompass state infrastructure, transport, education, and central agency administration.
Compare NSW vs Federal APS Pay Scales
Compare NSW Clerk Grade 7/8 against Australian Public Service APS 6 equivalent levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Official Australian tax, superannuation, and take-home pay guidance grounded in current ATO rulings.
What is the NSW Public Service Clerk Grade 7/8 salary in 2025–2026?
Under the Crown Employees Public Sector Award, a Clerk Grade 7 earns a base salary of $106,450 per year. After Stage 3 income tax and Medicare levy, estimated net take-home pay is ~$81,800/year ($3,146/fortnight) plus 12% employer superannuation.