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Assistant Analyst
IT / Software / Data Analyst
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NSW Department of Communities and Justice
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Full job description
Department: Performance Analysis Dev and Data Mgt
Department/Agency: Department of Communities and Justice
Location:
Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
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Req ID: 85059
Assistant Analyst
Location –Parramatta (Hybrid)
Employment type – Temporary Full-Time, up to 30 June 2027 with possibility of extension
Grade – Clerk Grade 5/6
Salary – $102,936 pa – 113,579 pa plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Kick-start your analytics career in a role that offers hands-on experience, professional development, and strong pathways for future advancement.
Your role
Join a dynamic team where your analytical skills will help shape evidence-based decisions and improve outcomes across New South Wales. In this role, you will develop, analyse, interpret and report on data to support key initiatives and service delivery across the Department of Communities and Justice.
Working with a range of stakeholders, you will transform complex information into meaningful insights that drive strategic planning, policy development, and continuous improvement, contributing to better services for the people and communities of NSW.
What you’ll do
Make a real impact by turning data into insights that help shape services and outcomes for communities across NSW.
Deliver high-quality performance reporting, analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
Extract, analyse and visualise data using tools such as Google BigQuery, Tableau and Code OSS.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify performance trends, opportunities and risks.
Contribute to data quality, governance and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen organisational capability.
Work in a collaborative, flexible hybrid environment, balancing work from home and our modern Parramatta Square workplace.
What we’re looking for
We're seeking a curious and motivated analyst who is passionate about turning data into meaningful outcomes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
Experience using a range of data analysis, reporting and visualisation tools to generate insights that support business decisions.
Ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings clearly to a variety of audiences.
Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
A proactive approach to continuous improvement, innovation and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Download the role description.
If you are viewing this ad in Seek and wish to apply via their portal, you will be required to either set up a profile or login via your existing Seek account.
To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button.
We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:
A challenging and rewarding career
Flexible, autonomous work environment
Competitive pay and conditions
Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
Targeted Question 1
Provide an example of how you used data to solve a business problem. What analysis tools did you use, what insights did you identify, and how did you manage any data quality issues?
Targeted Question 2
Provide an example of a dashboard or report you developed. What was its purpose, what tools did you use, how did you determine what information to include, and what was the outcome?
Applications close Sunday, * August 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Fay Timmings on 0499 058 552 or at fay.timmings@dcj.nsw.gov.au
If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Poppy Sgro on 02 9765 3929 or via email at: poppy.sgro@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/
The Welcome Experience
Thinking about moving to regional NSW? Get free, personalised support with housing, schools, jobs, and settling in. Learn more: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
The careers site currently promotes this service on the ‘Discover roles with DCJ in regional NSW’ page.
Pulled from the full job description
Employee assistance program
Work from home
Full job description
Department: Performance Analysis Dev and Data Mgt
Department/Agency: Department of Communities and Justice
Location:
Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
#job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }
Req ID: 85059
Assistant Analyst
Location –Parramatta (Hybrid)
Employment type – Temporary Full-Time, up to 30 June 2027 with possibility of extension
Grade – Clerk Grade 5/6
Salary – $102,936 pa – 113,579 pa plus employer's contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
Kick-start your analytics career in a role that offers hands-on experience, professional development, and strong pathways for future advancement.
Your role
Join a dynamic team where your analytical skills will help shape evidence-based decisions and improve outcomes across New South Wales. In this role, you will develop, analyse, interpret and report on data to support key initiatives and service delivery across the Department of Communities and Justice.
Working with a range of stakeholders, you will transform complex information into meaningful insights that drive strategic planning, policy development, and continuous improvement, contributing to better services for the people and communities of NSW.
What you’ll do
Make a real impact by turning data into insights that help shape services and outcomes for communities across NSW.
Deliver high-quality performance reporting, analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
Extract, analyse and visualise data using tools such as Google BigQuery, Tableau and Code OSS.
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to identify performance trends, opportunities and risks.
Contribute to data quality, governance and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen organisational capability.
Work in a collaborative, flexible hybrid environment, balancing work from home and our modern Parramatta Square workplace.
What we’re looking for
We're seeking a curious and motivated analyst who is passionate about turning data into meaningful outcomes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
Experience using a range of data analysis, reporting and visualisation tools to generate insights that support business decisions.
Ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings clearly to a variety of audiences.
Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
A proactive approach to continuous improvement, innovation and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Download the role description.
If you are viewing this ad in Seek and wish to apply via their portal, you will be required to either set up a profile or login via your existing Seek account.
To apply directly via the DCJ Careers site click here. Search for the job and click the ‘Apply now’ button.
We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply – you do not need to meet every desired requirement for us to want to talk to you.
What We Offer
We offer a variety of benefits, including:
A challenging and rewarding career
Flexible, autonomous work environment
Competitive pay and conditions
Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities
Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
Want more information? Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.
We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.
Apply now and join Australia’s top public sector employer where we will support you and provide an exciting and flexible working environment!
Are you ready to join us?
Click apply, attach an up-to-date resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:
Targeted Question 1
Provide an example of how you used data to solve a business problem. What analysis tools did you use, what insights did you identify, and how did you manage any data quality issues?
Targeted Question 2
Provide an example of a dashboard or report you developed. What was its purpose, what tools did you use, how did you determine what information to include, and what was the outcome?
Applications close Sunday, * August 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it’s like to work for DCJ, please contact the hiring manager Fay Timmings on 0499 058 552 or at fay.timmings@dcj.nsw.gov.au
If you’ve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Poppy Sgro on 02 9765 3929 or via email at: poppy.sgro@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit
We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
To keep up with recruitment opportunities at DCJ, follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CareersatDCJ/
The Welcome Experience
Thinking about moving to regional NSW? Get free, personalised support with housing, schools, jobs, and settling in. Learn more: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
The careers site currently promotes this service on the ‘Discover roles with DCJ in regional NSW’ page.
