Data graduate roles

Data graduates have a key role in ensuring the data in agencies is used effectively by government so the community can benefit.

Database administrators are responsible for assisting with the analysis of data requirements and data capture in agencies. They use database management systems to work out the best ways to organise and store data and are also responsible for the maintenance and security of these systems.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities in a data role may include:

  • working with business areas to understand the business context in which data is used
  • applying data analysis, data modelling and design techniques
  • working within development teams to implement project requirements and data models into physical database structures
  • supporting existing and design new databases
  • monitoring database security and performance.

Ideal candidates

Ideal candidates for a data role will:

  • be customer focused and apply a hands-on approach
  • be self-motivated, able to work independently and perform under pressure
  • possess effective time management and communication skills
  • be able to quickly understand complex problems and devise effective solutions.

Technical skills and qualifications

Knowledge of relational database technology (e.g. Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft access) and operating systems (e.g. Windows, Unix, chromeOS, macOS).

Your degree may be in information technology, information systems or business.

Information management graduates research emerging technologies, information management practices and trends and identify how these apply to their ICT agency or department within the Queensland Government. The information management graduate liaises and consults widely to promote and market effective corporate information management practices. They maintain an up-to-date knowledge of government information policies and standards and legislative requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities in an information management role may include:

  • fostering relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
  • contributing to research and analysis on information management public policy and strategy
  • reviewing and drafting operational policies relating to the management, deployment and use of corporate information
  • assisting with the preparation of data and information reports, publications and presentations
  • contributing to writing briefs, submissions and correspondence
  • assisting with projects, initiatives, administration and support.

Ideal candidates

Ideal candidates for an information management role will have:

  • strong organisational skills and problem-solving skills
  • the ability to analyse and collate information
  • a high level of interpersonal and liaison skills
  • an ability to produce detailed and accurate work including high level writing skills
  • integrity, be discreet and be able to maturely deal with sensitive issues.

Technical skills and qualifications

Knowledge of:

  • modern research techniques and project management
  • information management, information sharing and identity profiling
  • change management.

Your degree may be in information management, law, business, information technology or telecommunications.