Programs and Data ECT are seeking to establish a pool of Data Support Officer’s for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2024 and up to the end of October, 2025. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The Role
Applicants who are deemed suitable to this pool will ensure accuracy of the Student Information Records System (SIRS) database by assisting schools to interpret and solve errors identified in the upload of registration demographic, enrolment, and results data.
You would also prepare documents using advanced Microsoft products to collate collected data and prepare statistical reports for communication to school and other education and training providers.
You will maintain effective records and relevant information within databases in accordance with the Department’s recordkeeping policy.
Professional Benefits
- We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- Salary packaging/sacrifice facility
- 11.5% employer superannuation contribution, reaching 12 % from 1 July 2025
- Deferred salary scheme – receive 80% salary for four years with the fifth year as a paid sabbatical leave from the workplace
- Thirteen weeks paid long service leave after 7 years
- Fifteen days personal leave
- Four weeks annual leave and an option to purchase up to 20 additional days extra leave each year
- Flexible working hours
- Paid parental leave – up to 20 weeks
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Timothy Colliander, Senior Consultant - Registration, on (08) 9273 6385 or emailing timothy.colliander@education.wa.edu.au
We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated proficiency in advanced word processing skills and experience with other components of Microsoft Office, including spreadsheets.
- Demonstrated ability to input and extract data in established data base programs.
- Demonstrated oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the capacity to negotiate effectively with stakeholders and parties at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment to meet planned outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and to organise and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE/914213
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Tuesday, 24 September 2024
