Division: Strategy Policy and Commissioning
Location: Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
Req ID: 70901
Senior Research Officer NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) Location: Parramatta with flexible working arrangements available Employment type: Ongoing, Full-time Salary: DPO 3 ($113,746- $124,258) pa plus employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading) About us The NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) is a statistical and research agency within the Department of Community and Justice (DCJ) whose role is to analyse and report on trends and patterns in the criminal justice system. It was established in 1969. Our aim is to assist policy makers and administrators in the criminal justice system to develop and implement strategies which reduce crime, and provide a more efficient, effective, and equitable justice system.
Your role at BOCSAR You should apply for this role if You're interested in doing research and evaluations across interesting topics in justice, policing and crime like:
What influences the bail decisions made by police and courts? Who is charged with terrorism offences? How effective are government policies aimed at reducing family and domestic violence? What you'll do
The Senior Research Officer sits within a multidisciplinary research team consisting of economists, statisticians, psychologists, and epidemiologists in a highly collaborative and supportive environment. As part of the role, you will:
Undertake research into crime and criminal justice. Evaluate the impact of programs on crime, criminal justice and re-offending. Write research reports and briefing notes. Present papers at seminars and conferences. Provide technical advice to Departmental staff and staff from other agencies on research methodology. Review research proposals and research papers by outside individuals and organisations. What we're looking for Essential requirements Honours degree or equivalent in statistics, economics, epidemiology, psychology or another discipline with a strong statistical component. Appointments are subject to reference checks. Some roles may also require the following checks/ clearances:
National Criminal History Record Check in accordance with the Disability Inclusion Act 2014. Working with Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012. Desirable experience and knowledge In addition to meeting the essential requirements, the successful candidate must demonstrate strong capabilities in:
Being able to conduct research independently, within agreed research designs or frameworks and timeframes. Using contemporary research software relevant to the role (e.g., Stata, R, SAS). Presenting research findings in a range of formats including written reports and stakeholder presentations. Does this sound like you?
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!
Applications close Wednesday, 27th November @ 11:59 pm AEST.
Got a question?
For more information about the role or what it's like to work for BOCSAR, please contact the hiring manager Stewart Boiteux on 0414 652 317 or at
Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.
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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.
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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