Student Census Support Officer

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing ASAP with possible extension The System Performance Branch is responsible for:

• coordinating system-level reporting, including production of the Annual Report
• collecting and maintaining statistics on schools and students for the education sector
• producing performance indicators used in system-level strategic planning, management and reporting
• providing advice on, and support in, the use of performance and statistical information for resource allocation
• advising internal business areas and external agencies on the appropriate use of system-level performance information
• providing advice on accountability arrangements, statistics and performance measurement and reporting at state and national levels, including representation on national statistical bodies and other working groups
• providing advice on, and support for, evaluation and research activities, including administration of the Research Conducted on Educational Sites by External Parties policy

The Role Student Census Support Officer will:

• Provide extensive high quality, on-demand telephone and email based technical support directly to public and private schools to resolve issues related to their census data submissions.
• Liaise with schools and other stakeholders to correct or reconcile inconsistent or inaccurate data, as requested by Senior Consultant, Student Census.
• Assist with the development of student census manuals and web pages that guide school staff through the census collection process.
• Perform testing of the student census system to ensure the collection, management and extraction of student enrolment data meets the requirements of the Department.
• Provide timely, professional advice and support to internal and external stakeholders on matters related to the student census.
• Assist with, and quality assure, relevant student census databases.
• Prepare correspondence and reports related to the student census.
• Assist in maintaining high quality communication networks between the System Performance Branch and relevant stakeholders.

Professional Benefits We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave.
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance.
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments).
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kaye Santarelli, Principal Consultant Student Census on (08) 9264 4545 or by emailing kaye.santarelli@education.wa.edu.au We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact ).Equity and Diversity We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details. Eligibility To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). Application Instructions Apply online in two easy steps: Step 1:Select Apply for Job Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager. Step 2: Attach your documents Your application should include:

• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A three (3) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
• Demonstrated knowledge of student enrolment information and the data collection, management and reporting requirements, procedures and systems of Western Australian public and private schools.
• Demonstrated experience with providing technical support to schools via telephone and email.
• Demonstrated sound verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with individuals at all levels and work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative and sound organisational skills, including the ability to identify priorities, meet deadlines and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated sound keyboard and computer skills, including a working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing and databases.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance. Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1044210 Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Friday, 12 June 2026