Job Reference: 175183744

Analyst – Clerk Grade 7/8
Analytics and Insights 
Public Service Commission

 

• High profile agency
• 2x ongoing opportunities
• Work/life balance 
• Attractive remuneration package

 

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Analyst to join our Analytics and Insights team to perform key data analysis and generate insights to support and inform the development of public sector workforce policy and initiatives. 

 

This is a unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is driving change in the NSW Public Sector. If you enjoy working in a job that has influence across a large business group, enjoy using your skills to inform and influence decision making then this is the job for you. Analysts with experience using coding and statistical software such as SPSS, SQL, Python or R would be highly regarded.

 

We are looking for individuals who can:

• Compile, organise and analyse large data sets using various analytical, statistical and data science techniques
• Apply data governance principles to manage and resolve data quality issues 
• Engage, consult and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders 
• Communicate analysis and insights with data visualisations and clear and concise commentary 
• Apply critical thinking and analysis to data to demonstrate findings of data beyond simple presenting of numbers
• Operate in a fast paced, high volume environment

 

To find out more, view the Role Description. 

 

About the Public Service Commission

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is headed by an independent Public Service Commissioner and is a separate agency under the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 (GSE Act) that supports the Commissioner in the exercise of her functions and powers.

 

The PSC leads the design, development and implementation of the full range of sector-wide workforce management strategies to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the NSW government sector. 

 

Talent Pool

The purpose of this recruitment is to fill two ongoing Analyst roles within the Analytics and Design team and to also create an Analyst talent pool. A talent pool is used to fill future ongoing and temporary vacancies as they arise and remains valid for 18 months.

 

Am I eligible to apply?

To be eligible to apply you must be either:

• An Australian citizen, or
• A permanent resident of Australia, or
• A New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

 

Applying for the role

Applicants must apply through www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au (search by job reference number 000085RP).

 

The application and selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.  For the initial application process, you should submit a short covering letter including responses to the targeted questions, your resume and answer the pre-screening questions. 

 

Please note we may seek verification of the experience, skills and qualifications you provide in your application from your nominated referee or educational institution.

 

For questions about the role, please contact Ying Ying Chen, Senior Analyst, on (02) 9272 6016.

 

For questions or to request a reasonable adjustment, please contact Elleanor Wood on (02) 9272 6152 or PSC_HR@psc.nsw.gov.au

 

Further information to assist you with applying for this role:

PSC Applicant Information Package
Applying for a role in the NSW Public Service

 

Please visit our website to learn more about the workings of the Commission http://www.psc.nsw.gov.au/

 

Closing Date:  Sunday, 28 February 2021 (at 11.59pm)

 

The NSW Government is a proud employer of a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, or sexual orientation. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and flexible workplace.

 

People with disability are supported to access adjustments in recruitment processes and in the workplace, to enable them to demonstrate their skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the job.  

 

As supporters of flexible working, we understand that flexibility means different things to different people. We welcome discussions about how our roles can be undertaken flexibly, including through job share arrangements.