Senior Application Analyst

at  NSW Department of Education

• Ongoing Full Time
• Location: Eveleigh / Hybrid working arrangements.
• A talent pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill anticipated vacancies over the next 18 months.
• Competitive remuneration ranging from $106,025 to $117,363 plus super & annual leave loading.
  An exciting opportunity to contribute to Australia’s largest and most comprehensive ICT environment that supports world class education by joining a dynamic team in a large-scale environment where you can be part of the significant investment in driving and accelerating innovation to enrich student learning.
  The NSW Department of Education is looking for a hands-on Senior Application Analyst to support numerous initiatives spanning support of crown jewel enrolment systems as well as implementation demands to uplift student administration systems and aligning to the department’s digital strategies and roadmap.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Application Analyst contributes to the development and maintenance of large, complex corporate systems that facilitate the achievement of the Department’s core business through the use of process and technology. Working with the role supervisor, the role contributes to planning, system documentation and reporting as required.
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ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE

• Demonstrated ability to analyse and translate user requirements into computer-based programs and systems.
• Sound working knowledge of IT service management principles and frameworks including ITIL, process tools, frameworks, and best practice methods.
• Ability to adhere to a quality management system and formal methodologies.
• A valid paid Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the values of public education.

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role as well as providing answers to the 2 pre-screening questions below:

• Describe an example from your recent experience where you used technical skills to resolve an incident/issue.
• Describe a situation where you have to translate and explain a technical concept to a customer. How do you ensure that your messages are clearly understood.
• Do you have a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for paid employment