The Team
The Health Information Team plays a central role in managing the lifecycle of health data across Tasmania’s public health system. From data collection and storage to analysis and reporting, the team ensures that accurate, timely, and high-quality information supports both the health of Tasmanians and the performance of health services.
Health data is a critical enabler of system-wide planning, funding, and reform. The work of the Health Information Team underpins key departmental functions, including service agreement monitoring, national reporting obligations, and strategic decision-making.
The Role
The Database Support Administrator works within the Health Information Team to provide support services regarding information contained on databases managed by the Unit. The role supports the Department of Health in fulfilling its reporting obligations to external bodies, senior management and operational areas, facilitating informed decisions based on sound and robust data collected.
You will need
- Knowledge of, and experience in, the use of computerised information systems/databases, including the development and production of statistical reports, together with proven skills and experience in using Word and Excel and the ability to learn other computer software packages.
- Demonstrated coordination and organisational skills whilst undertaking and handling multiple tasks on a day-to-day basis, together with the ability to exercise initiative, judgement and discretion.
- Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to negotiate and liaise with a wide range of internal and external clients and stakeholders.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$76,849 to $82,996 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Previous experience in a field associated with health analytics
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Jeramie Spong
Position: Manager, Health Information Team
Phone number: 6166 1057
Email address: Jeramie.Spong@health.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.