About this job
About the Department:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to giving all children a great start, engaging young people in learning, creating safe and inclusive workplaces and investing in communities for a stronger Queensland. Our human rights commitment is to create a stronger, fairer Queensland by respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in everything we do. Our objectives are: A great start for all children, Every student succeeding, Building Queensland communities, Safe and capable people delivering our vision, Fair and safe workplaces and communities. 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:
As the Senior Computer Assistant you will undertake maintenance and repair services, assist in managing the operations of equipment and provide advice on the use of software to maximise the potential of computing technology in schools.
Responsibilities include:
- Undertake preventative maintenance and routine repairs of all computers and associated equipment throughout the school.
- Install new equipment and software, and provide advice on options for enhancements. (SFIA Level 3 - ITOP)
- Provide technical advice and support to teaching and office staff, and to students to resolve problems associated with school computer facilities.
- Provide technical input and assist in decisions regarding network computers and associated equipment, access to software and their full application, inclusion of computer resources in developing learning and individual programs and selection and purchase of appropriate equipment and compatible software.
- Assist in the development, maintenance and operations of the school's computerised administrative systems and information databases.
- Provide information and advice on appropriateness of currently available software and on trends and changes in technology applicable to the school's computer facilities.
- Develop and oversee procedures and guidelines for the correct and safe operation of computing equipment. (SFIA Level 3 - SFEN)
Our ideal candidate would possess:
- DoE Orange Card Shool Administrator (OC SA) certification.
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)
- Attach a 1-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).
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