Shaping, building and regulating the public sector to ensure delivery of better services and outcomes for Western Australians

We’re looking for multiple talented and driven Data Analysts in the Data Analytics and Technology division to help us deliver on the strategic objectives for the sector and the community.

Suitable applicants will be placed in the pool from which permanent and/or temporary appointments may be made. This pool will operate for a period of 12 months from the date that the recruitment breach period has been finalised.

Our role is to help the sector tackle the public policy challenges of both today and tomorrow. This includes setting values, standards and expectations for the sector; and helping agencies deliver outcomes. We also provide assurance, oversight and reporting for the sector. These factors make the Commission a dynamic and rewarding place to work.

These positions are primarily responsible for:

• using data modelling and machine learning concepts and techniques such as data/feature engineering, exploratory data analysis, model building, testing, validation and deployment best practices to inform public sector wide workforce policy and strategy
• researching and analysing data to identify trends, set benchmarks, develop evidence based insights and prepare high-level reports to inform organisational and sector-wide decision making.

There are three positions available for immediate filling:

• Level 4 Data Analyst Officer
• Level 5 Data Analyst
• Level 7 Principal Data Analyst

Other information

Further information on each position is in the attached JDFs.

Any fixed term appointments resulting from this recruitment process are with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. You require a current satisfactory National Police Certificate before appointment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace. We encourage people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

We provide flexible work and leave arrangements, and a range of additional employment benefits to enable staff to balance their work and other commitments.

For further job related information

For further information about the positions, please contact David Slack-Smith, Manager Data Reform on 6552 8608 or david.slacksmith@psc.wa.gov.au (not to be contacted for submitting your application).

How to apply

Select the 'Apply for Job’ button at either the top or bottom of this advertisement. Emailed applications are not accepted.

When you apply, you will need to indicate which position/s you are applying for. You may apply for more than one position.

Your application should include:

• a cover letter of no more than 2 pages, addressing the work related requirements of the role you are applying for.
• a comprehensive CV (no more than 5 pages) outlining your employment history and achievements in the context of the work related requirements as outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
• contact details for 2 work related referees, one being your current line manager (these will not be contacted without your permission)
• copy of your qualification/s (if applicable).

If you have any access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the recruitment process, or need alternative methods of communication, please telephone or email the contact person for this role.

Closing date: 1 June 2021 at 4.00pm (WST)

Late and pro forma applications are not accepted.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone 6552 6652 for assistance.

If you are found suitable, but not recommended for the vacancy, you may be considered for similar vacancies in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of Commissioner's Instruction No 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.