ABOUT THE ROAD SAFETY COMMISSION
The Road Safety Commission exists to make every journey safe for all Western Australians. We unite the system, bringing together government, industry and communities to act as one. We change behaviour with insight, using evidence and data to help change people’s attitudes and behaviours and are powered by the community for the community.
Road Safety Commission: Make every journey safe.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insights that influence road safety behaviour changes?
The Road Safety Commission is seeking a Data Scientist to contribute to the development and implementation of data science services across various business areas.
THE ROLE
The Data Scientist supports the Manager, Data Analytics and will play a pivotal role in influencing operational and tactical outcomes by designing, building and deploying robust data solutions to improve Road Safety behaviour across Western Australia.
WHAT WE OFFER
In return for your skills and commitment we offer an excellent range of benefits.
Pay and Leave
- Employer contribution of 12% superannuation in addition to your salary.
- 20 days of annual leave (pro rata for part time).
- Annual leave loading payment in December of each year.
- 13 weeks (pro rata) paid long service leave for every seven years of consecutive service.
- 15 days personal leave each year (pro rata for part time).
- 3 days public service holiday.
- 14 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
Flexible work options
- A range of flexible work options including working from home and purchase of additional annual leave.
Health and well-being
- Access to free Chaplaincy and Psychological services.
- Social Club activities.
- Free flu vaccinations annually.
- Subsidies for eyesight testing and glasses.
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To apply, please submit:
- A comprehensive and up to date Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details of two (2) referees who can comment on your ability to satisfy all of the Essential Work-Related Requirements. Applicants should nominate at least one immediate supervisor/manager unless exceptional circumstances exist.
- A covering letter (2 pages maximum) addressing the following work related requirements. Please provide examples to support your claims.
- Knowledge of descriptive and predictive analytics – Implementing data science practices and techniques. Developing advanced data analytics practices. Building statistical models or complex algorithms and implementing tools to meet operational and tactical needs.
- Conceptual and analytical skills – Conceptualising and analysing trends, patterns and issues to provide advice and evidence-based recommendations. Developing solutions to highly complex problems requiring an understanding of data science techniques.
- The attached Integrity Consent Form (Not required for current WA Police Force employees)
Candidates must also read the attached contextual information (Supplementary Information – Data Scientist) regarding conditions of employment including security clearance, integrity checking requirements and the WA Police Force Drug and Alcohol policy.
During the recruitment process we provide reasonable adjustments to allow people with a disability to participate effectively. If you have any access or communication needs to allow you to better participate in this process, please contact our Police Staff Selection and Deployment Manager Matt Davis on telephone (08) 6229 5723 or via email at matt.davis@police.wa.gov.au
SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION
Applicants are requested to apply online. To apply online, you must have a valid email address and be ready to attach your comprehensive electronic resume, integrity check form (if required) and any additional attachments as requested in the “APPLICATION PROCESS” section of the advertisement. Please select the “APPLY FOR JOB” button at the top/bottom of this advertisement.
Should you encounter any problems lodging your online application please contact Police Staff Selection and Deployment on (08) 6229 5772 during business hours (8am to 4pm, Monday – Friday), prior to the specified closing time.
FOR FURTHER JOB RELATED INFORMATION
Please contact Aqif Mukhtar, Manager Data Analytics on telephone number 0476 165 990.
EMAILED, LATE OR PRO-FORMA APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
