Research Officer, Clerk Grade 5/6

About the role

You will utilise your skills to contribute to the research, development and maintenance of policy, community-focused plans, intelligence and/or warning systems for the purpose of safeguarding communities from the risk of floods, storms, and tsunamis.

This role/s involves working alongside the Zone operational team and working closely with the Emergency Planning team. It also involves participating in and contributing to NSW SES planning by preparing, reviewing, and updating agency emergency plans and readiness initiatives. You will also work with internal and external stakeholders with the common goal of reducing flood risk and developing plans that support our volunteers to be able to effectively respond to emergencies.

Working for the NSW SES

Our Mission: Saving lives and creating safer communities.

Our Vision: A trusted volunteer-based emergency service, working together to delivery excellence in community preparedness and emergency response.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

skills in researching and analysing information to form evidence-based policy and plans

have strong attention to detail with well-developed skills in critical thinking and analytics

a desire to become a true specialist in environment and planning and developing policy documents

Contribute to cohesive and collaborative team environment and contribute to the development of initiatives to resolve issues and promote effective solutions

have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal as well as people skills.

What we can offer you

Employment with attractive leave entitlements including parental leave, recreation and flex leave and other leave entitlements

Flexible work options working within operational requirements

Mental Health & Wellbeing programs and services

Comprehensive immunisation programs including the flu vaccine

Opportunities to build invaluable relationships across emergency service agencies, emergency service committees and other Government and community organisations

If you are a skilled researcher who wants to join a team motivated by developing plans and policies to support our volunteers and communities in preparing of floods, storms and tsunamis, we want to hear from you.

A cover letter (maximum of two pages) showcasing: How your skills in research and analytics would contribute to the NSW SES; and An example of when you have used these skills to prepare a business plan or policy.

An up-to-date resume of no more than four pages detailing your skills and experience relevant to the role.

Talent Pools

A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process. A talent pool is a group of candidates who have undergone an assessment process and have been identified as suitable for this role or similar roles for a period of 18 months. Being part of a talent pool means that you may be considered for ongoing or temporary employment for a range of similar roles. This offers exciting opportunities for you to gain a wide range of experiences to build your public service career.

Want to know more about these opportunities?

Applications close: Thursday 6 April 2023, 11:59pm