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Data and Research Officer
Branch: Training Accreditation Council Secretariat
Salary: Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 pa, PSCSAA
Position No: 00036125
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: West Perth (Prospect Place)
Closing Date: 2024-03-28 4:00 PM
Permanent Appointment
The Department
At the Department of Training and Workforce Development we support Western Australia’s training system to develop the skills and capabilities needed to transform lives while creating strong and vibrant businesses, communities, and the economy.
We’re an equal opportunity employer and encourage people with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to join us, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disability, youth, women and people of diverse sexualities and genders.
Find out more about our work by visiting our website .
The Role
The Training Accreditation Council Secretariat provides administrative services to the Training Accreditation Council (TAC) which is an independent statutory body that assures the quality of training and assessment of Registered Training Organisations and accreditation of courses in the vocational education and training (VET) sector in Western Australia. The TAC operates within an agreed national regulatory framework and is responsible for ensuring compliance with relevant Standards.
The Data and Research Officer supports the multidisciplinary team within the Training Accreditation Council Secretariat by undertaking a range of data management, analysis and reporting activities. The position also contributes to the development of key branch policies and projects.
To be successful in this role you, it is essential that you have demonstrated considerable skills in data management, analysis and use of data analytical tools, as well as demonstrated well-developed project management skills, including research, project planning, implementation and evaluation.
As the role undertakes research and complex analysis and reporting, is it also essential that applicants possess demonstrated well-developed report writing and conceptual and analytical skills, including the ability to provide solutions to complex problems and issues.
As a measure to achieve equality under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, young people (24 years of age and under) and people with disability who meet the requirements of the position may be prioritised for appointment.
Employee Benefits
You will have access to a range of benefits which may include:
- Flexible work arrangements including flexitime and working remotely;
- Flexible leave arrangements, including study leave;
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Contact Officers;
- Career and professional development programs and opportunities;
- Salary packaging options; and
- Free onsite parking (if applicable)
For full details of the role, eligibility requirements and what we are looking for, read the attached job description and application package.
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Michelle Pitts-Hill, Manager Risk and Information on (08) 9224 6523 or
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process, including alternate methods of communication, please contact Human Resources via or via (08) 6551 5071.
How to apply
Applicants are required to apply online and need to submit an application consisting of:
- a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume, providing sufficient information to enable an assessment of your skills and experience relevant to this role and
- a brief covering letter not exceeding three pages, relating your skills and experience to the selection criteria as outlined in the attached Job Description Form.
If you require assistance or cannot access the attachments, please contact us on (08) 9203 3735.
Please note…
The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application is received by the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
This selection process may be used to identify suitable applicants for similar vacancies that arise within the next twelve months. The Department may conduct further search activities after the closing date, if required, to extend the field of applicants.
