The Information Systems – ECT (Examination, Certification and Testing) are seeking to establish a pool of Principal Consultant - Program Analysis for permanent and fixed term, full-time and part-time vacancies which may arise during 2025 and up to the end of May 2027. Appointments may be offered at any time for vacancies that commence during this period.
The School Curriculum and Standards Division provides administrative and secretariat services, and implements the decisions of the School Curriculum and Standards Authority (the Authority). The Authority provides quality curriculum, assessment and standards to enable all Western Australian students to become confident, creative learners and active, informed citizens who contribute positively to society.
Information Systems – ECT are responsible for the logistical implementation and delivery of educational measurement activities across Western Australia which includes the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) course examinations, and the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN).
We are also responsible for maintaining a strong interface between schools and the Authority for the purpose of data transferal and ensuring data is of the highest integrity for all reporting requirements of the Authority as well as maintaining the efficacy of any data reported to stakeholders.
The Role
The Principal Consultant – Program Analyst designs, develops, maintains and supports major computer applications for Information Systems and is responsible for providing a stable and effective platforms for use by the Authority.
Suitable applicants will manage and coordinate projects and systems development within the Information Systems section. You will manage the maintenance and standards of system development, documentation, quality assurance, application security and change control.
Professional Benefits
We are conveniently located in Cannington and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
- Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
- Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
- Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
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 Dean Scott, Manager, Information Systems ECT on (08) 9442 9413 or by emailing Dean.Scott@scsa.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 four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
- Demonstrated substantial experience leading complex multi-project programs of works, including substantial system design and programming skills and knowledge in the development of student record management-based systems and mathematical based modelling systems such as statistical moderation and scaling of student marks.
- Demonstrated team management skills with the ability to initiate and develop strategic directions in accordance with department objectives, policies, visions and goals.
- Demonstrated substantial project management experience; including the ability to develop, coordinate and oversee system analysis, design, development, testing, implementation and support and implement effective change control.
- Demonstrated highly developed conceptual, analytical, research, problem solving and mathematical skills with the ability to identify and clarify problems and generate innovative strategies to address them.
- Demonstrated high level interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including the ability to negotiate with, and provide strategic advice to, stakeholders.
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: DOE966688
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 16 May 2025
