Job Description

Job Title: Workforce Data Analyst

Contract: FTC 12 Months

Working Hours: 19 hours per week*

Salary: 19,017.98 - 20,290.46 Pro Rata (37,035 - 39,513 Full Time Equivalent)

Location: Service Headquarters, Kelvedon Park

Closing Date: 25th July 2025

*We are open to discussing working arrangements including flexibility over location, however the expectation is that, as a hybrid role your work will be balanced between home and Services facilities, and you will be expected to attend the Service premises for at least 3 days of a 5-day working week pro-rated.

This role is a fixed-term opportunity. If the role is extended the extension may be offered to the successful applicant ahead of any further recruitment process. If the role is made permanent, a further recruitment process will be required.

Make a Difference with Data

Are you passionate about using data to drive meaningful change? Do you have a sharp eye for detail and a talent for transforming complex information into actionable insights? If so, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) invites you to apply for the role of Workforce Data Analyst.

This is an opportunity to join one of the largest fire and rescue services in the country and play a pivotal role in shaping workforce strategy through data-led decision-making.

About the Role

As the Workforce Data Analyst, you will act as the subject matter expert on workforce analytics, supporting the Service's strategic goals and compliance with working time regulations. You will:

Lead on the analysis and reporting of workforce data focusing on secondary employment and working time compliance. Consolidate and interpret data from multiple systems to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Produce high-quality reports for senior leadership and external stakeholders. Collaborate across departments to ensure data integrity, consistency, and value. Support system optimisation and contribute to the development of reporting capabilities.
What We're Looking For

We're seeking a data-driven professional with:

A Level 2 or 3 standard of education (e.g. GCSEs or A-levels) or equivalent experience. Experience working with complex data sets and HR information systems. Strong analytical skills and the ability to present complex data clearly to diverse audiences. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A commitment to continuous improvement, safeguarding, and equality and diversity.
Experience with relational databases, Civica payroll systems, and knowledge of local/national workforce reporting requirements is desirable.

Why Join Us?

At ECFRS, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of our people. You'll benefit from:

A supportive and inclusive culture. Opportunities for professional development and CPD. Flexible working arrangements. Access to employee forums and support networks including AFSA, BEING, DAIG, and more.
Learn more about our benefits at: https://www.essex-fire.gov.uk/recruitment/benefits

How to Apply

You will be required to submit a CV detailing a minimum of five years employment and / or education history, along with a supporting statement of no more than 500 words that demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria detailed in the Person Specification.

You may submit this either as a word document, pdf, or an mp3 (voice note) or mp4 (video), however the word count of your supporting statement should not exceed 500 words no matter which format you choose to present your application.

You may attach separate documents (such as qualifications) should you wish. Your CV and additional documents will be referred to in shortlisting to confirm eligibility (e.g., your current role and any existing qualifications).

For an informal discussion about the role, contact: recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

Disability Confident

We are an equal opportunities, Disability Confident, employer who welcomes applications from everyone and values diversity in our workplace. A commitment to promoting diversity and developing a work environment where all staff are treated with dignity and respect is central to our recruitment process and all applications will be considered solely on merit.

As part of our offer to support all our candidates to perform to the best of their abilities during our recruitment and selection processes and we would like to let you know about a couple of support options you can access, should you wish to, including our employee forums, who are keen and willing to support all of our potential colleagues.

Our employee forums and partners include:

Asian Fire Services Association (AFSA), BEING (our LGBTQ+ employee support network), Christian Fellowship, Ethnic Minority Forum, Men's Forum, and our Women's Forum. In addition, we also have a female firefighters operational group.

Further to the above, the Service has a Digital Accessibility Inclusion Group (DAIG) that supports all colleagues to improve their digital skills and provides additional support and guidance to colleagues with neurodivergent strengths and struggles as a result of dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, dyspraxia etc. We want everyone to thrive at work, and so we encourage and enable people to access digital tools to help them perform at your best. The DAIG is a group of colleagues from across the Service that unite to support others as a result of their lived experience and desire to make a difference. They support people with a range of visible and invisible disabilities to identify and access digital workplace adjustments and solutions and may be able to assist with your application too.

Should you wish to discuss support, or access further information, from one of these groups, please contact Equality.Diversity@essex-fire.gov.uk

You are also able to raise any queries or requests for support, including any adjustments you may require, at any stage of the process by email to recruitment@essex-fire.gov.uk

You can find out more about Essex County Fire & Rescue Service via www.essex-fire.gov.uk and about our vacancies and application processes via www.essex-fire.gov.uk/join-essex-fire

Safeguarding

Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Fire and Rescue Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

It is our policy to require all applicants for employment to disclose if you are currently being investigated by any regulatory body or have any decisions or sanctions pending or in progress in respect of your suitability to work for the Service.

You agree to inform the Service within 24 hours if you are subsequently investigated by any agency or organisation in relation to concerns about your behaviour towards children, young people or vulnerable adults.

The information you provide will be treated as strictly confidential and will be considered only in relation to the appointment for which you are applying.

This role will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 19,017.98-20,290.46 per year

Expected hours: 19 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Witham CM8 3HB

Application deadline: 25/07/2025
Reference ID: req316