NSW Department of Planning and Environment Hiring for Data Analyst at Greater Sydney Area Full Time

Together, we create thriving environments, communities and economies.

• Parramatta based with hybrid flexible working arrangements
• Temporary full-time opportunity until 30 June 2026
• Salary ranging from $101,947 to $112,849 + super

Our NSW Planning group is currently seeking to appoint an Assistant Analyst on a full-time temporary basis (until 30 June 2026) in the Delivery, Coordination, Digital & Insights division.

About You

The Data Analyst will undertake and deliver a range of data analytics and visualisation tasks to support and improve service delivery, undertake data analysis and ing to inform strategies and decision-making processes.

Key Challenges

• Recommend and implement strategic technology solutions based upon industry standards and ensuring alignment to the corporate goals of the agency and the strategic directions of the business units by proactively identifying business risks and opportunities to continually improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Formulate, implement and maintain procedures relating to the Department’s data processing activities to enable continued high availability of data, maintenance, and ease of day-to-day management and monitoring for reliable provision of corporate data.
• Dissecting and analysing large and multiple, complex sources of raw data and translating it to usable information to inform decision making.
• Liaising with a wide range of internal stakeholders to identify the information needs of clients, community and key stakeholders to ensure relevant information is presented.
• Maintaining awareness of current data analysis and statistical trends and technologies to effectively manipulate and present information.

Essential Requirement

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or relevant field and/or equivalent experience.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence and willingness to travel.

For more information read the full Role Description: Data Analyst

About Us

The Department of Planning and Environment ’s (DPE) vision is to create thriving environments, communities and economies for the people of New South Wales. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and seeks to embed Aboriginal cultural awareness and knowledge throughout the department.

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Sunday 13 August 2023 at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Karina Maloney via [email protected] .

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks

We encourage people with disability to apply. If you have disability and require more information on adjustments and assistance to apply, contact the Diversity team on [email protected] (please include reference number).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country https://www.dpie.nsw.gov.au/premiers-priorities/our-mob-on-country to see the work we do and get assistance in applying.

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