Housing Analyst

NSW Government

Housing Analyst
Clerk Grade 7/8
Housing Analysis and Research
Policy and Strategy Division
Head Office, Ashfield
Temporary Full-Time

Position No. 11/HNSW_TBA

Total remuneration package valued up to $95,451 per annum (Salary: $78,142 pa - $86,498 pa) includes employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

Job Description:

This specialist position analyses housing data and information, assists with modelling housing assistance need, and participates in research projects and information development tasks to support the NSW Government's housing policies and programs.

Selection Criteria:

Experience in applying statistical analysis techniques and modelling skills using large and complex datasets to support policy/business decisions.

Skilled at presenting complex information in a simple and meaningful manner to non-statistical people.

Understanding of the NSW housing market and socio-economic issues impacting on the provision of housing assistance.

Extensive experience in the use of statistical software packages such as SPSS or SAS, and in Excel, with Visual Basic.

Tertiary qualifications in a social science or relevant discipline that includes strong quantitative methods.

Excellent statistical analysis, research and information management skills.

Good written and oral communication skills, with excellent interpersonal skills.

Sound analytical and problem solving skills and a commitment to client service and with an ability to conceptualise client requirements.

Job Notes: This is a Temporary Full-Time position available until January 2012. Further information about this position is available on-line and you must address the full selection criteria.

Enquiries: Jaki Newman on (02) 8753 8501 or email jaki.newman@dhs.nsw.gov.au

Information Packages: http://www.housing.nsw.gov.au/About+Us/Careers or 1800 203 966

Closing Date: Friday 11 February 2011

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