About this job
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 the Role
The main responsibilities of the Principal Information Officer role include the following:
- Managing applications made under the National Redress Scheme by applicants who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse, including conducting searches, analysing records and drafting responses to theDepartment of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety as lead agency for the Queensland Government group of participating institutions, and assisting with the preparation of Direct Personal Responses on behalf of the Department
- Managing claims brought under the Personal Injuries Proceedings Act 2002 against the Department in relation to sexual abuse and serious physical abuse, including conducting searches and enquiries and liaising with the Queensland Government Insurance Fund and external legal providers
- In addition, the role advises on Information Release matters across the Department in accordance with the attached Role Description
Please refer to the attached Role Description for a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. Please also refer to the Candidate Information Fact Sheet. Due to the content of the work, psychometric testing may be conducted as a part of the selection process.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief Resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.