Manager Corporate Services

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Independent Public School - North Metropolitan Education Region

Dianella Secondary College

Manager Corporate Services

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Level 5, $90,047 - $98,994 per annum (PSCA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS786033

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 1, 2023

Dianella Secondary College (DSC) is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Manager Corporate Services.

The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal to establish and be responsible for the financial, physical, and human resource processes of the school. You will work with the Administration Support Team who are focussed on delivering improved outcomes for the school community, and who share a strong team ethos and a solution focussed outlook.

The successful applicant should be able to work independently with autonomy. You will oversee the business operations and work collaboratively with a team, embedding the school culture and ethos. You will ideally be flexible and reliable and have excellent conceptual, interpersonal, communication, staff management and problem-solving skills.

The Manager Corporate Services is responsible for implementing sound consistent management and budgeting practices and systems. You will also review current school financial practices and implement improvements. The successful applicant will ideally foster effective human resource management practices and display strategic oversight and effective management of buildings, facilities, and assets at the school

'Inspire Create Achieve', it is these three key words that guides and motivates Dianella SC to be a school that is innovative and dynamic. With a real focus on relationships, our professional staff are committed to ensure that exceptional learning opportunities exist for all students.

Dianella SC, situated in Perth's northern suburbs, is a rich and vibrant multi-cultural environment that has a long history of producing successful and committed community members. Students will have access to a varied curriculum that provides them the opportunity to explore and develop their own individual talents and passions. We provide engaging courses across all Learning Areas from Years 7-12 in the Arts, Health & Physical Education, Technology & Enterprise, Maths, Science, English, and the Humanities. Dianella SC also offers an extensive music program where students can join instrumental ensembles and singing groups.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work related requirements (selection criteria):

• High-level human resource management skills, including the ability to develop and/or apply human resource management practices and processes.
• High-level financial management skills, including budget preparation and the ability to understand and apply financial and accounting practices and procedures.
• High-level written communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Experience in the application of high-level customer service principles and practices.
• Experience in effective leadership of a team.
• Ability to provide high-level human resource consultancy and financial advice in the development, implementation and management of business and marketing plans.
• Well developed problem solving and risk management skills, including the ability to provide innovative solutions to strategic and complex problems and issues.

Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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For further job related information:

Please contact Deb Unwin, Principal, by telephoning (08) 9345 9200 or emailing

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A four (4) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

ELIGIBILITY

Employees will be required to:

• Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
• Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
• Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course; and
• Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy.

TRAINING

Employees will be required to:

• Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
• Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
• Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 6 December 2022

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.