STATISTICIAN

Economics & Statistics Branch, Department of Community Services

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES

STATISTICIAN

Clerk Grade 9/10

Economics & Statistics

Economics, Statistics & Research

Service System Development

Head Office, Ashfield

Temporary Full-Time

Vacancy No: DOCS-07-06906

Total remuneration package valued up to $96,295 per annum (Salary: $79,188 pa - $87,263 pa) includes employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Job Description:
To undertake statistical research, analysis and data modelling in regards to the development of departmental statistics for planning, policy development and peformance reporting purposes.

Selection Criteria:

Tertiary qualifications in statistics research or other relevant discipline, or equivalent knowledge and experience.

High-level statistical analysis, research skills and experience on large data sets.

Experience in using SPSS and/or other tools to support advanced statistical analysis.

Sound conceptual, problem solving and strategic thinking skills.

Proven project management skills with experience in managing information and statistical projects within tight time frames and multiple priorities.

High level written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise documentation, ministerial correspondence and reports, and good interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Common Selection Criteria: Demonstrated capacity to implement Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Ethical Practice, Ethnic Affairs Priorities Statement (EAPS) and Occupational Health & Safety (OHS).

Job Notes: This is a temporary full-time position up to 30 June 2008 in terms of Section 27 or 86 of the Public Sector Employment and Management Act 2002. Applicants MUST obtain the Information Package, which contains the complete details of the advertisement and information about the Department. Applicants MUST address the full selection criteria. Applicants must complete the Prohibited Employment Declaration and the Screening Consent Form contained in the Information Package.

Potential applicants should seek full details and Information Packages at: https://jobs.nsw.gov.au/JobDetails.asp?JobAdvertId=62113

Closing Date: Friday 3 August 2007