Statistical Analyst

Salary: Level 5, $96,307 - $105,254 p.a. plus 11% superannuation (PSCA 2022)Position number: 022639Work type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Perth CBDClosing date: 2024-04-12 4:30 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)Attachments: -
-You can view and print these PDF attachments by downloading .This is a permanent, full time vacancyCurrently, there is one permanent position available for immediate filling.ABOUT JUSTICEWhen you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.JOIN OUR TEAM AS A STATISTICAL ANALYSTAre you a recent graduate with a passion for data science and a keen interest in making a meaningful impact on crime research and policy development? Look no further! The Western Australian Office of Crime Statistics and Research (WACSAR) is seeking a dynamic Statistical Analyst to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to apply your analytical skills to tackle real-world challenges, analysing crime and justice data to provide actionable insights that shape policy decisions. As part of our Business Intelligence and Reporting team, you'll collaborate with experienced professionals, gaining invaluable hands-on experience while driving positive change in a multi-disciplinary environment.ABOUT USWhen you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live. We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia. You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.ABOUT THE ROLEWACSAR is a newly established office within the Department of Justice, which undertakes and supports independent research and analysis into crime and criminal justice issues in Western Australia. WACSAR is responsible for interpreting, understanding and critically evaluating current and emerging issues in order to inform policy development and government decision making. The Office is also responsible for evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of key initiatives across the Department, to ensure they are achieving their intended outcomes.The position undertakes the development and application of statistical methods to extract, analyse and summarise criminal justice data for use by the WACSAR Evaluation and Research team to review, evaluate and monitor criminal justice policies, programs and projects.To do this you will work with project stakeholders to develop the quantitative elements of the evaluation and monitoring frameworks by extracting and analysing data from WACSAR’s reporting systems, using contemporary analytical packages, including the R statistical computing package.ABOUT YOUIn order to be effective in this role, you will need to:

• Have experience in applying statistical modelling to the analysis of complex data
• Be delivery focussed and able to self-manage your workload
• Be an effective communicator and able to work well in a team
• Be able to build and maintain relationships

APPLICATION PROCESSHow to applyPlease ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.For more information about the recruitment and selection process and other benefits, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.We require you to submit: * A current comprehensive CV including the contact details of two referees (one being your current line manager/supervisor), and;

• A statement no more than two pages highlighting your suitability for this position in the context of the following job related requirements.

Please provide examples to support your claims.

• Achieve Results
• Build Productive Relationships
• Communicates and Influences Effectively

All remaining Job Related Requirements and Role Specific Criteria will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.Candidate SearchIf required we may choose to supplement the field of applications by conducting a Candidate Search.EQUITY AND DIVERSITYThe Department of Justice is committed in building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups. People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice.Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the ‘Further Information’ section or contact WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 to for a confidential discussion.Subsequent VacanciesApplicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Justice for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner's Instructions No. 2: Filling a Public Sector Vacancy and Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.FOR FURTHER JOB-RELATED INFORMATIONIf you would like further information regarding the position and/or vacancy please contact Paul House, Principal Statistical Analyst, WACSAR on (08) 9264 9605 for a confidential discussion.SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATIONApplicants are requested to apply online. To submit your application, click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this advertisement.Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056 for assistance.To keep you up to date on what is happening in Department of Justice and job opportunities you can go directly to the departments website or follow us on social media.