Research Officers - TAFE Students Preferred null

Position Description

About the opportunity:

• The NSW SES has several exciting opportunities across the State for Research Officers.
• They are interested in hearing from people who have skills in research and analytics to support the development of policies and plans that address risk management and strategies in planning for emergencies.
• This role would suit someone who has research and analytical skills including graduates and professionals who have worked in a research and/or policy role.
• It is not essential that candidates have emergency service experience as this can be taught on the job by a team of experienced planners and researchers.

They have roles in three functions of the agency:

• State-focused roles - these roles will set policy direction and have a focus on State based planning and future risk.
• Zone-based roles - these roles focus on emergency planning for regional risks associated with the relevant Zone. These roles will research and analyze information about risks in these locations including flood analysis and risk likelihoods and consequences of these risks.
• SHQ-based temporary roles in their Warnings and Intelligence teams supporting the Warnings Framework Project.

About the role:

• You will utilize your skills to contribute to the research, development, and maintenance of policy, community-focused plans, intelligence, and/or warning systems to safeguard 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 their volunteers to be able to effectively respond to emergencies.

Additional Information:

• It is an exciting time to join the NSW SES as they commence the significant growth of their agency in supporting key programs of work to enhance the agency’s capability and response to emergencies.
• They are seeking to not only fill vacancies in the above locations but to also fill future vacancies via a talent pool that may be created from this recruitment (for both ongoing and temporary opportunities).
• Other locations where future vacancies may become available include If any of these other locations appeal to you, theyLismore/Goonellabah (or close proximity)
• Metford
• Tamworth x 2
• Dubbo
• Wagga
• Rhodes x 2
• encourage you to submit your application for future opportunities!

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.

If you are interested in working with the NSW SES, please follow this link to our website for more information.

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 a 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 & well-being programs and services
• Operational and leadership training and development opportunities via LinkedIn Learning and other training avenues to build and maintain skills
• 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.

How to apply 

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. 

Click on apply and submit the following documents: 

1. 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.
2. 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.

For more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Sector please click here.

Want to know more about these opportunities? 

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Shelly Stingmore, Coordinator Planner on 0408 286 022 or at shelly.stingmore@one.ses.nsw.gov.au.