School Technical Officer - Collingwood Park State Secondary College

Job Reference QLD/MSR598898/24P
Closing date November 6, 2024
Location Ipswich region
Type Full-Time
Contact 0429 081 244

About this job

This is a TO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the TO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the TO3 once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of TO2 to TO3 classification range. 

About the Department of Education:

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About Collingwood Park State Secondary College:

Collingwood Park State Secondary College is the newest high school to open in the Ipswich Corridor. Opening in January 2025 with year 7 & 8 students, we are a community where each student is valued, and each family plays a crucial role in our shared success. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment that fosters growth, encourages curiosity, and supports every child in reaching their full potential.

About the Role

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide advice and assistance on maximising the potential of ICT operations within the College, including acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, repair and replacement.
  • Support the school community with technical advice, instruction and assistance with electronic equipment, in accordance with departmental, school and manufacturer's policy, guidelines and network standards.
  • Assist in the provision of in service training to staff, on the effective application of ICT tools to successfully achieveand deliver educational services to students.
  • Provide effective and efficient support to staff and students to resolve problems associated with school computing facilities, whilst ensuring high end customer focus and communication.
  • Communicate with various stakeholders, including Regional and Central Support, on technical matters andprovide technical advice, when required.

About You:

Our ideal candidate would possess the following skills and knowledge:

  • Technical knowledge of server hardware and configuration, and networking peripherals.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Strong technical knowledge of server hardware and configuration, and networking peripherals.
  •  Sound working knowledge of network security and security protocols.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

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 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

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.

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