About this job
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About the Department:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.
About Kenmore State School:
Our school community is dedicated to achieving excellent results for our students and school. Our school motto; Courtesy and Knowledge is indicative of the philosophy we share as a learning organisation. Our school vision; Strive - Create - Achieve drives the work that we do in our school on a day-to-day basis with the goal of ensuring every student is succeeding.
About the role:
As the Administrative Officer (AAEP) you will contribute to the effective and efficient administrative management of the school by providing relevant and timely administrative support to the Principal and Business Manager. You will work within existing guidelines to provide basic resolution of problems by reference to established procedure, consulting the Principal or Business Manager for matters that are more complex or non-routine.
Responsibilities include:
- Communicating professionally with stakeholders, providing information and advice in line with school policies, and demonstrating empathy, understanding and support.
- Undertaking routine tasks: student services, first aid, medication, correspondence, administration and processing mail/emails.
- Managing student absences.
- Working collaboratively as part of a team.
- Performing other duties as directed by the Principal, Business Manager, or delegate.
Our ideal candidate would have the following attributes:
- OneSchool experience preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Efficient multi-tasking and time management.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionalism and discretion.
- Proficiency in word processing, databases and spreadsheets.
- Quick to learn and adapt.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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