Computer Systems Administrator - Cairns School of Distance Education

Are you ready to be at the forefront of transforming education through innovative technology solutions? Join us at Cairns School of Distance Education, where innovation meets excellence! We are looking for a dynamic and skilled Computer Systems Administrator to elevate our commitment to providing top-notch educational services.

About us:

Nestled in the vibrant city of Cairns, the Cairns School of Distance Education caters to the unique needs of home-based and school-based learners from prep to year 12. Our mission is simple yet profound: to excel in education for every student. Guided by a vision of providing individualised support in a flexible and dynamic manner, we are pioneers in redefining Distance Education. At the heart of our institution lies a culture characterised by individualized curriculum, high levels of educational support, and the establishment of close professional working relationships with students and home tutors. We are not just a school; we are a community dedicated to fostering an environment where every learner thrives.

Your role:

As the Computer Systems Administrator you will lead and manage the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Team and ICT operations of the school to ensure that the day to day aspects of the school's ICT systems are managed professionally and align with departmental priorities.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high level strategic advice, analysis and support to the senior management team in relation to ICT.
• Apply innovative techniques, ICT solutions, incorporating leading edge technology, to meet school requirements
• Ability to interpret legislation, regulations and other guideline material relating to the operations and functions of the Department and school/college.
• Supervision and management of ICT team, including training, coordination of work flow processes, performance assessment and review as well as implementing occupational health and safety guidelines.
• Provide leadership ensuring that the team provides a high level of service and issue resolution in line with agreed performance standards.
• Develop and maintain standardised procedures and practices that will provide clients with appropriate guidance and advice on the use of ICTs for teaching, learning and professional development.
• Provide and initiate quality procurement support for goods and services and administrative ICT hardware and software, including the raising of purchase orders, ensuring compliance with the State Purchasing Policy.
• Participate in service level and work practice reviews.
• Lead and manage the school's asset management including the registration and disposal of ICT hardware and software assets and participate in the yearly stocktake.
• Lead and manage the day-to-day human, physical and financial resources to ensure the best use of available resources.
• Maintain a register of office equipment, hardware and software within the school and coordinate maintenace and repairs.
• Maintain administrative and procurement spreadsheets and databases and disseminate reports and listings as required.

Our ideal candidate would possess:

• Proven experience in system administration and network management
• Familiarity with educational technologies and a passion for advancing Distance Education.

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 2-page response to the How you may 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. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )