2011 CENSUS - AREA SUPERVISOR RECRUITMENT

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2011 CENSUS – AREA SUPERVISOR RECRUITMENT

The next national Census of Population and Housing will be conducted on the night of Tuesday 9 August 2011. The Census aims to accurately measure the number of people in Australia on Census night, their key characteristics, and the dwellings in which they live.

To assist in the preparation and operation of the Census, the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is recruiting over 3,500 Area Supervisors nationally, over 1,100 of which will be in NSW and the ACT.

Quality Area Supervisors are vital to the success of the Census and to their communities. All households need to be counted correctly to ensure data is as accurate and reliable as possible. Data collected by the Census supports planning, decision-making and funding at all levels of government.

If you are interested in a flexible short term position apply online at www.abs.gov.au/census or call 1800 420 182.  Applications open 12 February and close on 4 March 2011.

AREA SUPERVISORS

Area Supervisors are responsible for selecting, training, supervising and leading a team of Collectors undertaking the delivery and collection of Census forms to and from their allocated areas.

Area Supervisors must work from home; have the use of a telephone and a secure vehicle. Area Supervisors must also provide secure storage in their home for approximately 1.6 cubic metres of Census material.

Area Supervisors need to be available for Census work from 18 April to 7 October 2011. During the peak collection and delivery phase of the Census, Area Supervisors will have to work weekdays and weekends, including evenings up to 9 pm.

Area Supervisors will be paid between $4,300 and $7,500 depending on their workload. Travelling, incidental and motor vehicle allowances are also applicable.

Selection Criteria

Applications will be assessed against the following criteria:
•        Australian citizen or a permanent resident of Australia, who is at least 18 years of age
•        Availability to work during the period 18 April to 07 October 2011
•        Hold a current driver’s licence, have use of a secure vehicle and a home telephone
•        The ability to train and manage staff
•        An understanding of participative management, workplace diversity and OH&S issues
•        Good communication and liaison skills with the ability to apply strong interpersonal skills in potentially challenging situations
•        Organisational ability and clerical skills
•        Ability to resolve operational issues and work under pressure
•        Good knowledge of the area to be enumerated and an awareness of the potential problems
•        Ability to maintain the security and confidentiality of information collected
•        Physical ability to handle large amounts of material and negotiate difficult terrain, if required
•        Ability to represent the ABS in a professional manner