Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE466759
This is a twelve (12) month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible twelve (12) month extension and/or permanency
The System Performance Branch within the Evaluation and Accountability Directorate is seeking an experienced Information Analyst to join its team.
The Information Analyst responds to customer requests for analysed data and information in an accurate and timely manner. The position also contributes to the coordination and management of corporate information about schools and students, as well as maintaining key statistical and aggregated information for and about the Department in accordance with local and national requirements.
The position performs these functions by extracting and analysing data from data warehouses using various statistical and query tools from a range of different environments, including Statistical Analysis System (SAS) software. The successful applicant will also provide customers with advice and assistance in analysing and presenting their information and results.
Some of the functions the System Performance Branch is responsible for include:
- coordination of system-level reporting, including production of the Annual Report;
- collecting and maintaining statistics on schools and students for the education sector;
- producing performance indicators used in system-level strategic planning, management and reporting;
- providing advice on, and support in, the use of performance and statistical information for resource allocation;
- advising internal business areas and external agencies on the appropriate use of system-level performance information; and
- providing advice on accountability arrangements, statistics and performance measurement and reporting at state and national levels, including representation on national statistical bodies and other working groups.
This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be appointed to other similar vacancies that occur throughout our branch for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.
To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:
- Considerable experience using structured programming for the analysis, management and reporting of data, using Statistical Analysis System (SAS) or similar.
- Considerable experience accessing data from relational databases, and knowledge of database design concepts.
- Ability to provide statistical information to meet the needs of a large organisation.
- Initiative and sound organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, identify priorities and work with minimal supervision.
- Sound written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Further information about this position can be found in the attached job description form (JDF).
Applications will be assessed against these work related requirements of the position. The business needs of the branch may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.
The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
For further job related information:
Please contact Dale Miller, Manager, System Performance, by telephoning 0403 010 010 or emailing Dale.Miller@education.wa.edu.au
Application Instructions
All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.
You are required to attach a personal resume that details your skills and experiences in relation to the position. It is recommended you have this document completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.
You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.
After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.
If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.
ELIGIBILITY
Employees will be required to:
- Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy; and
- Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance before commencing employment
TRAINING
Employees will be required to:
- Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
- Complete any training specific to this role required by Department policy; and
- Complete the Department’s training in Accountability and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Monday, 9 January 2017
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED