Business Manager - Mareeba State High School , Education

Mareeba State High School is seeking a Business Manager for the day to day administrative management of the school, including facilities, human resources and finance. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 15 April 2024 until 21 June 2024, unless otherwise determined.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO5
Workplace Location Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/FNR540884/24T
Closing date 09-Feb-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 21 June 2024 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Scott Whybird
Contact details 07 4086 2777
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About Us:
Mareeba State High School is approximately 45mins west of Cairns and we are a proud part of the community. With great success from students undertaking their studies, our school is also recognised for community support in areas of mental health, along with the focus on sport, gifted & talented, the arts, trade training and outdoor pursuits.
With approximately 800 students who attend the school, Mareeba State High School is positioned well to provide the personal support required to gain success. There may not be the opportunity to conduct school and community events at present, but the school is continuing to be flexible in the approach to engage all students and families.
The Department of Education are 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 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 the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead and manage human resources for school support staff (through the identification of emerging talent, promotion of excellent performance outcomes and mentoring individuals to achieve their professional potential); undertake workforce planning; and oversee a breadth of activities (e.g. recruitment, induction, training, vacancy processing, skill gap analysis, performance management, rehabilitation processes). Work with the Principal in leading change within the school support staff, ensuring human resource practices conform to current standards and awards/conditions, and individuals thrive in a transforming work environment.
• Contribute to financial planning processes including developing, planning, monitoring and reviewing the annual school budget, regularly reporting to the school management team and ensuring that financial activities comply with legislation and policy. Conduct analysis and provide information and advice to the Principal regarding the school's financial situation.
• Build networks with other Business Managers, staff and community representatives to ensure the provision of corporate services meets best practice, and act as a role model for talent within the network.

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

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to the “How you will be Assessed” section of 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
Role Description
Information Package for Applicants