Data Sharing and Access Technical Specialist - 9867
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National
All
All
Staff Grade 5
Secondment
Full Time
Administration / Corporate Support, Analytical, Business Management & Improvement, Digital, Information Technology
£34,879 (pro-rata)
You will lead projects to extend and improve the Defra Data Services Platform. This will include implementing technical developments and introducing new ways of working. You will need some data management background so that you can effectively manage supplier relationships and work with Environment Agency, Defra/other Defra bodies and others who use our services.
You can find examples of the services we manage here:
http://environment.data.gov.uk/
You will provide technical advice and support to business areas and external partners about our data sharing services. You will guide and advise colleagues on the resolution of technical issues, ensuring decisions are made on sound technical grounds and deliver required outcomes.
You will need to work with business leads, Defra staff, Digital Data and Technology Services, external suppliers and customers to ensure business requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
You can find examples of the services we manage here:
http://environment.data.gov.uk/
You will provide technical advice and support to business areas and external partners about our data sharing services. You will guide and advise colleagues on the resolution of technical issues, ensuring decisions are made on sound technical grounds and deliver required outcomes.
You will need to work with business leads, Defra staff, Digital Data and Technology Services, external suppliers and customers to ensure business requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
The Data Sharing & Access team is part of Data & Systems within our Flood and Coastal Risk Management Directorate. We provide cross-cutting services to the Environment Agency and Defra. We are a national team providing technical services, advice and guidance to share our data and information in line with legislation. We support the business to deliver their outcomes and lead the Defra Group in Data Sharing Services.
Service management and project management skills
Customer-focused approach and ability to engage
Data Management experience
A strong interest to develop your knowledge is essential
Experience of spatial and non-spatial data publishing formats
Familiarity with Open Data/data sharing principles is desirable
Customer-focused approach and ability to engage
Data Management experience
A strong interest to develop your knowledge is essential
Experience of spatial and non-spatial data publishing formats
Familiarity with Open Data/data sharing principles is desirable
Closing Date: 18th February 2019 at 23:55 hours
Contact Mike Waters on 07789 272112 or michael.waters@environment-agency.gov.uk
Contact Mike Waters on 07789 272112 or michael.waters@environment-agency.gov.uk
18/02/2019, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
6 Months
Data and Information Management
Collects, analyses, interprets, records, manages, develops and shares data, material or information appropriately for a variety of purposes.
• Ensures that activities are carried out and documentation completed according to the relevant data laws, policies, processes and standards.
• Accurately and safely collects, enters and maintains data in line with Environment Agency procedures and stores data, or material, for subsequent analysis safely.
• Anticipates requirements for data or information and/or identifies future reporting requirements and puts in place the means to meet these.
• Examines and tests out sources and validity of data/information before using; makes clear the status or reliability of material used. Undertakes more data gathering where necessary.
• Produces factually accurate reports, both verbal and written using data and statistics supported by tools, databases and specialised software.
• Prepares and presents findings in a logical and well-structured manner that can be readily accessed and understood by a wide audience.
• Is fully aware of all documentation applicable to roles & responsibilities. Knows how to find out if unsure.
• Ensures that activities are carried out and documentation completed according to the relevant data laws, policies, processes and standards.
• Accurately and safely collects, enters and maintains data in line with Environment Agency procedures and stores data, or material, for subsequent analysis safely.
• Anticipates requirements for data or information and/or identifies future reporting requirements and puts in place the means to meet these.
• Examines and tests out sources and validity of data/information before using; makes clear the status or reliability of material used. Undertakes more data gathering where necessary.
• Produces factually accurate reports, both verbal and written using data and statistics supported by tools, databases and specialised software.
• Prepares and presents findings in a logical and well-structured manner that can be readily accessed and understood by a wide audience.
• Is fully aware of all documentation applicable to roles & responsibilities. Knows how to find out if unsure.
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets.
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
• Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
• Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed
• Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results
• Anticipates forth-coming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;; “goes the extra mile”
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
• Maximises work output by setting goals and priorities tracking and measuring outcomes and taking swift remedial action when necessary.
• Can be relied upon to regularly exceed goals agreed
• Is tenacious and perseveres when others might give up and by doing so achieves the desired results
• Anticipates forth-coming issues and adjusts actions as necessary.
• Willing to put in extra effort to meet urgent deadlines when required; shows dedication and commitment;; “goes the extra mile”
• Is resilient and performs well under pressure; responds positively to setbacks and develops alternative action
Focuses on Efficiency, Innovation and Quality
Identifies and seizes the opportunity to create, introduce and implement new or improved methods, processes and without, compromising quality or accuracy.
• Takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of own work, admits errors when necessary and quickly takes action to rectify
• Demonstrates an ongoing concern to improve performance and increase efficiency.
• Checks and ensures the accuracy of information received and produces work that is right first time.
• Puts in place checks to ensure that plans and processes are being carried out to the required degree of accuracy.
• Actively seeks and implements opportunities to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of self and the team.
• Ensures that data and information are always delivered in an accurate, timely and legal manner.
• Proactively looks for better ways of doing things; learns from events and seeks to improve future performance.
• Takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of own work, admits errors when necessary and quickly takes action to rectify
• Demonstrates an ongoing concern to improve performance and increase efficiency.
• Checks and ensures the accuracy of information received and produces work that is right first time.
• Puts in place checks to ensure that plans and processes are being carried out to the required degree of accuracy.
• Actively seeks and implements opportunities to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of self and the team.
• Ensures that data and information are always delivered in an accurate, timely and legal manner.
• Proactively looks for better ways of doing things; learns from events and seeks to improve future performance.
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.