Principal Economist Pool
Position number Pool Ref 1960R
Level / Salary Level 7, $134,481 - $143,736 per annum (PSCSA 2024) + Superannuation
Directorate Economic/ Economic and Revenue Forecasting
Work type Permanent Full-time, Fixed Term Full-time
Location Perth
Closing date Monday 31 March 2025 – 12:00PM (AWST)
About us
At WA Treasury, we are at the centre of Government decision-making. Our people make a real difference, working towards a common goal of economic, social and environmental sustainability for Western Australia.
With an unwavering commitment to excellence and integrity, we do work that is meaningful and rewarding. We are a diverse and inclusive agency where our people are supported to grow and thrive, with workplace flexibility to help us be at our best.
The work area
This role sits within the Economic and Revenue Forecasting Directorate which is part of the Economic business unit. The team monitors and analyses economic conditions in Western Australia, its key trading partners and commodity markets, as well as trends in revenues. It forecasts key economic aggregates, as well as tax and mining revenues (accounting for around half of total revenue) for the State.
The opportunity
This is a pool process and can be used to fill permanent and fixed term full-time vacancies that may arise within the next 6 months.
We are looking for individuals who are resilient, proactive and display a committed work ethic. Work will often have to be completed quickly to meet tight and competing deadlines. You will have conceptual and analytical skills with experience in the analysis and evaluation of both quantitative and qualitative information and be able to communicate results to stakeholders effectively. Communication skills (interpersonal and written) are essential, together with experience in preparing and presenting evidence‑based advice on economic or revenue issues. Ideally, you will be able to anticipate and manage issues, be a strong team player, and work independently with minimal direction, and be willing to learn and apply new skills, be solutions focused and be able to identify improvement opportunities.
In this role, you will:
- prepare, coordinate and present forecasts and advice on the outlook for the Western Australian economy, key export and commodity markets and what that means for State government taxes and royalty revenues.
- develop and use a range of models and techniques to analyse data from a wide range of sources, as well as information gained from consulting with experts from other agencies and the private sector, to inform your forecasts and advice.
- work both independently and as part of a larger team, and mentor and share knowledge and technical expertise to develop other team members.
Find out more
If you’d like to have a chat about the role please contact Dr Suhejla Hoti, Assistant Director, via Suhejla.Hoti@Treasury.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 2739.
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How to apply
- Read the Applicant Information Pack, Role Statement and Treasury Capability Framework attached.
- Click the ‘Apply for Job’ link at the bottom of this page or at wa.gov.au.
- Complete the online application form and submit (in Word or PDF format):
- a comprehensive CV (in Word or PDF) tailored to this opportunity and providing the panel with an overview of your skills and experience relevant to this role, ensuring you include past key achievements and deliverables;
- a maximum two-page written cover letter addressing the essential role-specific requirements 1 and 2, highlighting your experience, skills and capabilities as they relate to the role - please draw upon the attached position Role Statement and Treasury’s Capability Framework.
- a copy of the transcript of your degree(s) in economics, econometrics or in similarly relevant discipline (if applicable).
Please allow sufficient time to submit your application as we are unable to consider late or incomplete applications. For information about the process or lodging your application online, please contact recruitment@treasury.wa.gov.au.
Subsequent vacancies
This process may be used to fill similar permanent or fixed-term full time vacancies that may arise within Treasury and across the WA public sector within the next 6 months. Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies in the Department of Treasury, in accordance with Part 2 of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 39: Interim Arrangements to Fill Public Sector Vacancies.
