CASEY.VIC.GOV.AU
Position Description
Last updated: 1 May 2017
Title:
Data Curator
Classification:
Band 6
Department:
Digital and Data
Division:
Customer Focus and Innovation
Reports To:
Digital Systems Specialist
Enquiries:
Amaulika Ringe, Digital Systems Specialist, 9705 5200
1. Position Purpose
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Assist in Customer Data Governance framework implementation across various
departments
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Improve data quality by setting and enforcing data collection standards, raising
awareness of data entry quality and resolve data quality issues
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Play a key role in the implementation, testing, training and on-going maintenance of
Master Data Management solution
2. Key Responsibility Areas
Customer Data Governance
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Assist in implementation of Data Governance framework
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Work with key stakeholders to improve the accuracy, compliance and completeness of
records in the Name and Address registers
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Work with key stakeholders to clean legacy Name and Address Data
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Set and enforce data collection standards
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Monitor data quality across all current Name and Address Registers and train staff in
maintaining standards
Master Data Management Project
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Configure rules and workflows for name matching
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Conduct user acceptance testing
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Work on user documentation and training
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Work with existing vendors to implement integration
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On-going maintenance of the product
General
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Monitor performance against objectives and manage project risks and issues.
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Consistently deliver projects on time, on budget and to the agreed standard.
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Through leadership and example promote Casey’s trademark behaviours: show respect,
take responsibility, listen and respond, be positive, think things through
3. Occupational Health & Safety Responsibilities
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Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others in the workplace.
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Ensure hazards, incidents, near misses and injuries are reported immediately.
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Support activities taken by the organisation to comply with OH&S legislation
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Cooperate in relation to activities taken by the organisation to comply with OH&S
legislation.
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Participate in consultation, meetings, training and other health and safety activities.
4. Accountability and Extent of Authority
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The freedom to act is subject to regulations and policies and regular supervision. The
effect on individual clients of decisions and actions may be significant but is usually
subject to appeal or review by more senior employees.
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Has input into policy development within area of expertise and/or management.
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Is accountable for reflecting on experience and being open to continuous improvement.
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You will work in a multidisciplinary team that follows the SCRUM values and user Hybrid
(Agile and Waterfall) project management methodology. This means you will be
accountable for demonstrating your work openly, contributing to retrospectives and
participating in daily stand-up meetings.
5. Judgement and Decision Making
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The nature of the work is usually specialised with methods, procedures and processes
developed from theory or precedent.
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The work may involve improving and/or developing methods and techniques generally
based on previous experience, particularly to suit the Local Government and City of
Casey context
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Problem solving may involve the application of these techniques to new situations.
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Guidance and advice are usually available.
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The employee:
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Maintains positive behaviour amongst uncertainty and stress; and
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Embraces variety, change and challenges.
6. Management Skills
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Skills in managing time, setting priorities and planning and organising one's own work
and where appropriate that of other employees so as to achieve specific and set
objectives in the most efficient way possible within the resources available and within a
set timetable.
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You will need to rely on other individuals outside of your team to get the best outcomes.
This requires an ability to understand the skills and motivations of others and tailor your
approach to suit
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This work is not always easy or straightforward. You will need to adapt behaviour to new
situations, be resilient and maintain stable performance when under pressure or
opposition.
7. Interpersonal Skills
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Ability to gain co-operation and assistance from clients, members of the public and other
employees in the administration of defined activities and in the supervision of employees.
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Ability to liaise with their counterparts in other organisations to discuss specialist matters
and with other employees in other functions in their own organisation to resolve intraorganisational problems.
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Ability to work with little or no supervision with strong drive for results
8. Specialists Skills and Knowledge
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Software project implementation skills and knowledge
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SQL scripting, programming background
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Well-developed research, analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail
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Ability to develop, support and train others in processes and procedures
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Understanding of the long term goals of the functional unit in which the position is placed
and of the relevant policies of both the unit and the wider organisation.
9. Inherent Physical Requirements
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Ability to communicate clearly both face to face and by telephone
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The incumbent must be able to drive a vehicle in order to travel to Council buildings
throughout the municipality, including areas where access to public transport is difficult or
non-existent
10. Qualifications and Experience
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Proven experience in a data quality focused role
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Tertiary qualification or relevant experience in computer science or data management
would be highly regarded
11. Key Selection Criteria
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Relevant experience in data governance and data quality management
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Demonstrated experience in software configuration, testing and administration
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Demonstrated experience in software programming or SQL scripting
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Well-developed verbal, written and presentation skills
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Well established influencing skills
12. Conditions of Employment
Conditions of employment are as per the City of Casey Enterprise Agreement, Casey’s
policies and procedures and the letter of offer.
Hours - The position is full-time worked on a 19-day/4-weeks arrangement.
Health Declaration - The preferred applicant is required to complete a Health Declaration
form and return it to the Occupational Health and Safety Co-ordinator (Human Resources
Department) prior to commencement.
Criminal Records Check - This position is subject to the successful applicant having a
satisfactory Police Check prior to commencement at Council’s expense and then as regularly
as the position requires as per Council Policy.
Driving Licence – The incumbent must hold a Current Driver's Licence which allows them to
drive within Victoria.
Transport – Employees are expected to use Council-owned vehicles whenever practical and
reasonable to do so, for work-related travel. In the event that an employee uses a privatelyowned vehicle for work-related travel, Council recommends that the vehicle be
comprehensively insured and the insurance company notified that the vehicle is being used
for work-related travel. If an employee using a privately owned, comprehensively insured
vehicle for work-related travel is involved in an accident they may be eligible for
reimbursement of the insurance excess. Vehicles not comprehensively insured will not be
eligible for reimbursement.
Recreation Leave - Annual leave must be taken at times that are mutually agreeable to both
employee and employer, within 12 months of it falling due.
Sick Leave - A medical certificate may be required for any absence and must be provided for
sick leave exceeding three working days or absence on the working day before or after a
rostered day off, annual leave or public holiday.
Multiskilling - The employee may be directed to carry out any duties within the limit of
his/her skills, competence and training, provided that such duties do not promote a narrowing
of their skill base.
Risk Management – Employees must understand and comply with risk management policy
and procedures.
Employment Status - Prior to commencement of duties the successful applicant must
provide proof of permission to work in Australia.
Probation Period - In accordance with Federal Government legislation, a six month
Probation Period applies.
13. How to Apply
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Applications to be addressed to Manager Human Resources, City of Casey. Applications
to be submitted through the Casey website at www.casey.vic.gov.au (preferred), or email
to [email protected] in Word format.
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Applications are dealt with in the strictest confidence. Details contained in your
application will not be conveyed to any person not directly connected with processing
your application without your express permission.
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Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted by telephone. The remaining candidates
will not be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three weeks unfortunately
this will mean your application has been unsuccessful.