About Parkhurst State SchoolParkhurst State School is on the northern outskirts of Rockhampton. The school is a community of 429 students and approximately 50 staff, recognised as having a truly inclusive, caring and supportive environment with professional personnel working as a team and in partnership with our parents and community.About the RoleKey responsibilities will include, but not limited to:Perform a variety of day to day administrative and support services that are routine in nature and directed by the Principal or the Business Manager e.g. arranging appointments, processing incoming and outgoing mail and emails.Undertake routine activities including reception (telephone and counter enquiries, maintaining school records, student admissions and departures, first aid and administering medication).Administer day to day financial matters - accounts receivable, follow-up on late payments (as directed by Principal or Business Manager).Daily student absences.Prepare reports, forms, check correspondence, with guidance from the Principal or Business Manager concerning correspondence of a non-routine natureCommunicate with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. school and departmental staff, parents, students, and community members);and demonstrates empathy, emotional understanding and support.About YouAdministrative experienceOneSchool experience is preferredProven ability to work harmoniously within a team environmentDemonstrated high level of communication skillsEfficient multi-tasking and time management skillsProven ability to work independently, achieving quality outcomesProfessional discretionAbility to confidently acquire the knowledge needed to fulfil the above skills and responsibilities.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.How to ApplyPlease attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); andA 1-pg 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Administration Officer - Parkhurst State School