Join our dynamic team as a Workforce Analyst! This flexible role will allow you to leverage your advanced analytical skills to enhance strategic workforce planning, forecasting workforce supply and demand, and developing data-driven insights.

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.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team that is dedicated to improving educational outcomes and workforce planning across Queensland.

Your Opportunity:

As a Workforce Analyst, you will play a crucial role in driving our department's workforce planning initiatives. Reporting to the Manager, Talent Strategy & Planning, you will be an integral part of a high-performing team, applying your expertise in data analysis and intelligence to improve processes and outcomes

What You'll Do:

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis of workforce data, focusing on future teacher demand and supply.
• Develop and present data-driven recommendations to enhance workforce planning initiatives.
• Design and perform data queries across large datasets to identify and predict workforce trends and challenges.
• Contribute to the development of dashboards and ad-hoc reports to support decision-making.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to define key workforce metrics and improve business processes.
• Maintain current knowledge in wokforce analysis to ensure high-quality project deliverables.
• Encourage the use of data tools and insights to optimise business processes and solve workforce issues.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary plus superannuation employer contributions of 12.75%.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• 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.
• A variety of salary sacrificing options.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive, collaborative and innovative work environment that values leadership and diversity.
• The chance to contribute to strategic workforce planning that impacts the entire state of Queensland.

What We're Looking For

• Proficiency in coding languages such as SQL and DAX.
• Experience with reporting tools like Power BI and basic data modelling.
• Familiarity with developer languages and Azure advantageous.
• Ability to conduct thorough data analysis and provide actionable insights.
• Strong communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders and present information effectively.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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.

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.

• CO579040_24P Role Description (PDF, 252KB)
  Role Description
  
  Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB)
  Information Package for Applicants