Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning
Occupation: Analyst
Reference: 6264
Job posted: 24/12/2024
Closes: 12/01/2025
Classification: VPSG4
Salary Range: $95,102 - $107,905
The Planning and Land Services Group in the Department brings together statutory planning, building policy, land, property, and heritage capability to deliver statewide services. The Group administers statutory planning responsibilities including improvements to planning system provisions, assessing planning scheme amendments, environmental assessments, and planning permits.
The Planning and Land Services group also:
ensures secure and accurate registration services for property, land, and water share transactionsprovides specialist property services including planning, acquisition, management, and disposal of land and building assetsmanages the state's planning, building, and heritage systems to shape the places and communities of Victoria.Government Land Analytics and Mapping team The Government Land Analytics and Mapping team within the Government Land Policy and Advice branch delivers a unique range of services providing quality information and advice about the best use of government land. We also support planning for future government land requirements in priority precincts or areas identified as a focus for future development and to support Government's policy agenda by enabling data-driven evidence-based decision-making.
About the Role The Spatial Data Analyst plays a key role in analysing data from a range of sources and systems to support decision-making on government land. Working closely with the Senior Spatial Data Analyst to assist them in providing data and spatial solutions on government strategic investigations and projects focused on government land's contribution towards core policy areas, including affordable housing, priority places, and precincts.
The successful applicant synthesises data, information, and knowledge from a range of sources, including Vicmap, Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), and other available spatial and aspatial datasets. The successful applicant will deliver fit-for-purpose data and visualisations to identify land utilisation opportunities, support decision-making, and demonstrate DTPs values and behaviours in establishing strong, high-trust, collaborative relationships with peers and stakeholders.
Position Outcomes The role involves analysing and developing spatial and aspatial data to support government land assessments, reports, and policy recommendations, while optimizing data processes and ensuring high-quality outputs. It also includes collaborating with stakeholders to address emerging land use issues, fostering innovative solutions, and promoting culturally safe practices that enhance inclusivity and public value.
Key Selection Criteria – KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Digital and Technological Literacy (Applied): Guides others in operating digital and technology tools relevant to area of work. Understands the impact of internal IT landscape on daily operations; Has a broad understanding of implementation activities related to the introduction and ongoing maintenance of new digital and technology tools.Critical Thinking and Problem Solving (Applied): Accepts changed priorities without undue discomfort. Responds quickly to changes. Comfortable working in collaboration with teams outside of own organisation.Data Literacy (Applied): Considers data sources, collection and structure impacts in the delivery of data analysis. Generates descriptive statistics and relevant data visualisation leading to decisions under the guidance from subject matter experts. Ability to utilise advanced excel formulas, pivot tables, and generation of data charts is required.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Working Collaboratively (Applied): Builds a supportive and cooperative team environment; Engages other teams to share information in order to understand or respond to issues; Supports others in challenging situations.Qualifications and Experience Mandatory Qualifications in geospatial or related discipline.An all-rounder with at least three years' experience.Experience in the use of geospatial, statistical, and analytical applications and tools.What we offer Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveableProfessional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public ServicesA hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamworkOptimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangementsOpportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubsWe prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive cultureCulture Value We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.
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Applications close 11.59 pm on Sunday, 12th January 2025.
All applications should include a resume and a cover letter. For further information about the role please contact Cat Gilbert - Manager Government Land Analytics and Mapping via ******.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Transport and Planning will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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