Join us to make a difference for all students in NSW
Position details
* Clerk Grade 3/4
* Full-time, Temporary - 3 years
* Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available
About the role
The Data Collection Officer (VET) is responsible for ensuring accuracy of student VET entry and result data supplied to NESA for the purpose of credentialing. This role assists high schools across NSW with the collection, processing and validation of their student data relating to VET data including Course, RTO, qualification, competency outcomes and VET late updates.
On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:
* Providing advice, mainly via phone and email, that professionally and effectively supports NSW schools to complete their student VET data submission requirements
* Working cohesively with the Senior Records Coordinator (VET) and Data Quality Officer (VET) and staff of other teams and branches
* Assist the Senior Records Coordinator (VET) and Data Quality Officer (VET) in the delivery of communications to schools and students relating to student VET data submission requirements.
Our ideal candidate will have:
* A strong ability to manage competing, and conflicting priorities, within agreed timeframes while maintaining the delivery of communications advice and materials to required quality standards.
* Knowledge of, and experience using, Microsoft Office programs
* Awareness of Vocational Education and Training (VET) in particular VET Experience working within a school environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse stakeholders.
* A collaborative approach and willingness to take initiative to support project objectives.
Essential Requirements:
* Working with children check clearance for paid employment (prior to commencement, not required at the application stage).
Download the role description.
About us
At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) we work with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement.
We achieve this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).
To find out more about the important work we do for NSW visit ourwebsite.
Ready to join us?
Select "Apply" and attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages). Also address the 2 targeted questions below in your online application:
* Targeted Question 1: Please give an example when you provided excellent customer service in a high-pressure environment. What was the outcome?
* Targeted Question 2:How comfortable are you with technology including Microsoft Office programs and what is your experience in using digital record-keeping systems?
Advice on applying for NSW Public Sector roles
If you need reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process and workplace, please reach out to the contact person above.
Close date: Monday 8th September 2025 at 11.59pm AEST
Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application.
Important information
This is a child-related role. For the successful applicant, as a condition of employment, they will be required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment) prior to commencement in the role. Please note the WWC will be at the applicant's own expense. For more information, click here.
We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and refugees.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
A Talent Pool (valid for 18 months) may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles.