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The Darling Downs South West Regional Human Resources branch is seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled HR professional to join the team.This role will provide expert advice on human resource management services, including workforce management strategies, recruitment and selection, industrial relations, organisational health services, change management strategies, complex HR matters, and school workforce management issues.The position will manage a team of regional staff to deliver human resource services across the Darling Downs South West region.About The DepartmentThe Department of Education is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support, by treating everyone with respect and dignity. Recruitment and selection processes aim to assess suitability, making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the employee lifecycle.About The RoleResponsibilities Include:Monitor, plan, and lead work and/or project teams dedicated to assisting schools in achieving organisational goals through improved resource use and HR management practices.Contribute to change and relational management processes as a member of the regional and HR program''s senior management team.Establish effective internal partnerships to deliver quality services.Conduct reviews of human resource services programs and functions.Develop creative solutions to support schools with workforce planning that aligns with their core business and adapts to community needs.Assist schools in developing workforce plans, structures, and processes addressing workplace health and safety.Identify and address emerging high-level HR policy issues aligned with departmental strategic objectives.Develop and support local consultancies to build school and community capacity, providing HR services and professional advice.Refer staff for employee counselling and support services.Manage cases involving medical concerns, including rehabilitation, return-to-work programs, and ill-health retirement options.Support and advise schools on performance management, complaints, grievance investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary recommendations.Interested? To Apply:Attach a brief resume with contact details for two referees familiar with your work history.Attach a one-page written statement explaining how your achievements and capabilities meet the role requirements.We welcome applicants requiring support to ensure an inclusive recruitment process.Applications remain current for 12 months and may be considered for similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.The salary rate reflects full-time employment (1.0 FTE).For regulated employment, a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services is required.The Department of Education promotes a family-inclusive workplace. Learn more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.Occupational group: Education & Training #J-18808-Ljbffr