Job Description
Department of Education
Reference number
1208XXXXXX
Occupation
HR Analytics, Occupational Health and Safety, Analysis
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
From AUD $99,938.00 to $110,271.00 per year
Closing date
25 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Data and Reporting Officer
Clerk Grade 5/6
HEALTH SAFETY & STAFF WELLBEING
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Ongoing full-time opportunity in a vibrant and supportive team.
Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
Remuneration of $99,938 - $110,271 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading
This is an exciting opportunity for a capable and analytical data and reporting professional to deliver high-quality analysis and reporting that supports health, safety and staff wellbeing outcomes across NSW public education.
As the Data and Reporting Officer, you will provide accurate, timely and insightful data analysis and reporting to support evidence-based decision making, performance monitoring and strategic planning across the Health, Safety and Staff Wellbeing Directorate. Working collaboratively with stakeholders, you will help improve data quality, strengthened reporting practices and deliver clear, actionable insights that inform operational, executive and policy outcomes, ultimately supporting the wellbeing of staff across the public education system.
You will be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven team within the Strategy, Governance and Compliance (SGC) unit, contributing to digital transformation, system enhancement projects, and the uplift of data capability across the directorate.
About the role
The Data and Reporting Officer is responsible for providing accurate, timely, and insightful data analysis and reporting to support evidence-based decision making, performance monitoring and strategic planning across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
Analyse data from multiple sources to produce accurate reports and insights for decision-making.
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data products aligned with business and reporting standards.
Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with governance and privacy requirements.
Work with stakeholders to understand reporting needs, prioritise requests, and deliver solutions.
Support onboarding, access, and enquiries for HSSW dashboards and reporting assets.
Identify trends and risks to support program and service improvement.
Prepare internal and external reports, including executive, audit, and statutory reporting.
Contribute to improving data systems, processes, and reporting practices.
For further information, please
About you
You are a capable and detail-focused data and reporting professional with a strong interest in using data to support health, safety and staff wellbeing outcomes across NSW public education.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Experience using data analytics and visualisation tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI) to develop clear dashboards and reports.
Strong analytical skills to identify trends, patterns, and insights from data.
Experience working with multiple data sources while ensuring data accuracy and quality.
Ability to produce regular and ad hoc reports for performance, compliance, and planning.
Capacity to quickly learn organisational data and reporting requirements in complex environments.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills to deliver clear, practical insights.
Effective organisational and time-management skills to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
Essential requirements of the role
Relevant tertiary qualifications OR equivalent experience in data analysis, reporting or a related field.
Experience in the use of data analytics tools including Power BI.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements, working principally from 105 Phillip St Parramatta
35 hour working week
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 25 March 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Menka Singh via email at menka.singh@det.nsw.edu.au
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
Reference number
1208XXXXXX
Occupation
HR Analytics, Occupational Health and Safety, Analysis
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - Greater West
Salary Information
From AUD $99,938.00 to $110,271.00 per year
Closing date
25 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Data and Reporting Officer
Clerk Grade 5/6
HEALTH SAFETY & STAFF WELLBEING
At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.
Ongoing full-time opportunity in a vibrant and supportive team.
Located in Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available
Remuneration of $99,938 - $110,271 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading
This is an exciting opportunity for a capable and analytical data and reporting professional to deliver high-quality analysis and reporting that supports health, safety and staff wellbeing outcomes across NSW public education.
As the Data and Reporting Officer, you will provide accurate, timely and insightful data analysis and reporting to support evidence-based decision making, performance monitoring and strategic planning across the Health, Safety and Staff Wellbeing Directorate. Working collaboratively with stakeholders, you will help improve data quality, strengthened reporting practices and deliver clear, actionable insights that inform operational, executive and policy outcomes, ultimately supporting the wellbeing of staff across the public education system.
You will be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven team within the Strategy, Governance and Compliance (SGC) unit, contributing to digital transformation, system enhancement projects, and the uplift of data capability across the directorate.
About the role
The Data and Reporting Officer is responsible for providing accurate, timely, and insightful data analysis and reporting to support evidence-based decision making, performance monitoring and strategic planning across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
Analyse data from multiple sources to produce accurate reports and insights for decision-making.
Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and data products aligned with business and reporting standards.
Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with governance and privacy requirements.
Work with stakeholders to understand reporting needs, prioritise requests, and deliver solutions.
Support onboarding, access, and enquiries for HSSW dashboards and reporting assets.
Identify trends and risks to support program and service improvement.
Prepare internal and external reports, including executive, audit, and statutory reporting.
Contribute to improving data systems, processes, and reporting practices.
For further information, please
About you
You are a capable and detail-focused data and reporting professional with a strong interest in using data to support health, safety and staff wellbeing outcomes across NSW public education.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Experience using data analytics and visualisation tools (e.g., Microsoft Power BI) to develop clear dashboards and reports.
Strong analytical skills to identify trends, patterns, and insights from data.
Experience working with multiple data sources while ensuring data accuracy and quality.
Ability to produce regular and ad hoc reports for performance, compliance, and planning.
Capacity to quickly learn organisational data and reporting requirements in complex environments.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills to deliver clear, practical insights.
Effective organisational and time-management skills to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
Essential requirements of the role
Relevant tertiary qualifications OR equivalent experience in data analysis, reporting or a related field.
Experience in the use of data analytics tools including Power BI.
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.
Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.
Benefits
Flexible working arrangements, working principally from 105 Phillip St Parramatta
35 hour working week
Competitive, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions
Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth
How to apply
Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.
Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.
If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education,
All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.
Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.
As a condition of employment, successful candidates not currently employed by the Department must provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance number. Renewal is not required after the WWCC expires, as long as you remain in a non–child-related role. Employer obligations only apply while the WWCC is valid.
Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa.
Closing date: 25 March 2026 at 11:59pm.
For role enquiries please contact Menka Singh via email at menka.singh@det.nsw.edu.au
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team (youbelong@det.nsw.edu.au) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.
A recruitment pool may be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.
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