Join our team as a Senior Data Scientist and play a pivotal role in strategic workforce planning.

This flexible position involves leveraging advanced data science techniques, including statistical modelling and machine learning, to forecast workforce trends and shape the future of our organisation.

Job details

About Us:

Join the Department of Education (DoE), where we're committed to equity and excellence for all Queenslanders. Our passionate and supportive team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and mutual respect, shaping the future of education together.

The Opportunity:

Are you a data dynamo ready to make waves? We're on the hunt for a Senior Data Scientist to revolutionise our workforce planning. Dive into a role where your insights will directly influence our strategic direction and operational success.

What You'll Do:

• Analyse & Model: Use cutting-edge statistical and machine learning techniques to forecast workforce trends.
• Innovate: Create and maintain robust data structures, dashboards, and reports.
• Collaborate: Work with diverse teams to translate business needs into data-driven solutions.
• Lead: Improve data quality and drive key insights that shape our strategic planning.

What We Offer:

• Flexibility: Enjoy a mix of office and remote work.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development in a high-performing team.
• Impact: Directly influence the future of our education system.
• Inclusivity: A diverse workplace where your ideas and perspectives are valued.
• Team Spirit: Be part of a passionate, supportive, and collaborative team that values fun and innovation while also working independently and respecting each other's ideas.

What We're Looking For:

• Expertise in data science, statistical modelling, and machine learning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Fluency in developer languages such as Python, R, and SQL is desirable.
• Formal qualifications in data science or related fields are a plus.
• Azure certification or demonstrated capability (desirable).

Why Join Us?

Be a catalyst for change at DoE. If you're passionate about data and ready to tackle new challenges, we want you on our team!

• Flexible working arrangements on offer.
• Competitive salary + 12.75% employer superannuation contributions
• A variety of fantastic leave provisions, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.
• 3% increase on base salary as 1 September 2024.
• Fitness Passport program offering discounted membership for you and your family.
• Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options.
• Free flu vaccinations available every year.
• Opportunities to develop your career and with our people encouraged to undertake study for career development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that is dedicated to service delivery.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and be part of our journey.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) 
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CO576892_24P - Role Description (PDF, 260KB)
  Role Description
  
  Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB)
  Information Package for Applicants