Principal Project Officer Road Safety Data

Department for Infrastructure and Transport
Job reference: 579865
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Are you passionate about data and research and its role in delivering positive Road Safety outcomes that benefit all South Australians?
The Road Safety Policy and Reform Directorate is seeking an experienced and dedicated Principal Project Officer within the Road Safety Information and Analysis team who will thrive in a positive, collaborative and flexible work environment.
The core purpose of the Road Safety Policy and Reform Directorate is to provide policy development and deliver expertise and advice across the Transport Policy and Regulation Division in the Department. The Department has diverse responsibilities for transport systems and services and infrastructure planning and provision within South Australia.
The key areas of focus for the Directorate are Road Safety, motor vehicle registration and driver licensing, heavy vehicles and transport innovation.
In an organisation that celebrates diversity and with collaboration at its core, this challenging role will see you lead and deliver specific Road Safety Data projects and publications, coordinate Road Safety research and facilitate best practice data management and governance arrangements for our Road Safety information and assets.
The successful candidate will demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively across all levels, both verbally and in writing, while negotiating and resolving conflicts with internal and external stakeholders. This includes overseeing the development and publication of an annual suite of Road Safety Data and information resources and communicating complex information and data. The candidate will demonstrate innovation, risk mitigation, and a customer-focused mindset, facilitating Road Safety Data sharing arrangements through application of policies, processes and controls.
Tertiary qualifications within data analytics, information systems, information management or equivalent professional experience are desirable and the following are technical capabilities required for the role:

• Technical expertise in SQL, statistical and trend analysis and Business Intelligence Technologies (e.g., Power BI / Tableau)

Special Conditions
Prior to employment with the Department the successful candidate will be required to provide a:

• National Police Check (NPC) which must be renewed every three years.
• Department for Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check (WWCC) which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry.

Some out of hours and weekend work, along with some intra/interstate travel requiring overnight stays, may be required.
Tenure of Vacancy
Temporary appointment up to 12 months
Remuneration
ASO7 - $106,512 to $115,137 per annum
Enquiries
Sarah Clark
Director, Road Safety Policy and Reform
Telephone: 0435 349 933
Email: Sarah.Clark2@sa.gov.au
Application Instructions
Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Additional Notes
Applicants are required to submit curriculum vitae and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the selection criteria in the attached role statement. In addition, applicants are required to complete the online application form as part of their application for employment.
The SA Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer and safety is a core value.
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Applications close: 11/03/2024 5:00 PM
Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.