Address The role
Reporting to the Executive Director, Forensic Establishment, you will be responsible for providing high quality, confidential executive and administrative support. You will be required to manage competing priorities within short timeframes while delivering consistently high levels of support and maintaining confidentiality and discretion.
The successful person
You will have demonstrated:
* experience in the provision of high-level support services within a busy office.
* highly developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work with both senior management and staff.
* highly developed organisational skills and the ability to accommodate continually shifting priorities in a high-pressure work environment.
* ability to effectively contribute to a team environment to ensure achievement of organisational priorities within agreed timeframes.
* competencies in computer skills including the use of word processing, spreadsheets, Outlook, Content Manager, and other software packages.
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.
