Business Support Officers

The role 

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services, you will provide support and advice to ensure the administrative and business needs of FSQ are met. You will also assist Management in ensuring correct processes are followed that comply with policy and legislation and provide quality assurance that assists the Manager's decision making.

You will:

• Provide effective administrative and Business Support by coordinating and maintaining assets, accounts payable and purchasing activities
• Contribute to budget management for the division by monitoring and reviewing budget activity and supporting the senior business positions as required
• Assist in branch correspondence and communications, including communicating financial reporting deadline updates and information to the business on a regular basis
• Coordinating all administrative human resource management activities and documentation as requested.
• Utilise information technology and financial systems to monitor, investigate and analyse financial data; subsequently implementing the necessary measures that will ensure compliance and general ledger integrity

The successful person

You will have:

• Proven experience, skills and knowledge of departmental budgetary and human resource processes and reporting requirements
• Proven experience in S4/HANA, myHR, Decision Support System and Microsoft Office applications
• Highly developed interpersonal, consultation and other communication skills, particularly tact, discretion, sensitivity, confidentiality
• Ability to resolve problems and work autonomously to achieve organisational goals

About us

Located at Coopers Plains, Brisbane, FSQ operates specialised Forensic Biology, Forensic Chemistry and Forensic Operations functions that provides forensic services and expert advice to the Queensland Police Service (QPS) and the Coroner's Court of Queensland.

Our work at FSQ involves exposure to material related to deaths and criminal offences that may be confronting, due to its graphic and personal nature. Sensitive and professional management of exhibits and information is a critical requirement of this role. The successful candidate will have personal qualities that include well developed resilience, tact and effective strategies for managing themselves and their ability to support colleagues in situations that may be distressing and stressful.

Please note that proposed legislative and structural changes may result in Forensic Science Queensland being moved to another agency within Queensland Public Sector.

Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your skills and interest in this role.