AddressBli Bli State School is currently recruiting for an experienced Schools Technical Officer who is passionate about providing a range of quality IT Support functions to students and staff. This is a permanent part time position working 5 days (40 Hours, 0.55 FTE) per fortnight, with days being negotiable. As the School Technical Officer your role is pivotal in guiding the IT systems in our school as well as providing advice on the ever-changing world of IT. You will assist in managing the operation of a school's information and communication technology (ICT) network services in order to contribute to the enhancement of student learning opportunities.
About the Department:
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 with 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 Bli Bli State School:
Bli Bli State School is a nurturing and supportive community situated centrally on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, between pristine coastal environments and the natural beauty of the hinterland. We provide for the families of Bli Bli and surrounding areas of Maroochy River, Nambour and Yandina.
Our school provides a nurturing and supportive environment for our students where their individual needs are respected and personalised learning approaches allow for each child to have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
Role:
Responsibilities include:
- Provide advice and assistance on maximising the potential of ICT operations within the school/college, including acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, repair and replacement.
- Support the school community with technical advice, instruction and assistance with electronic equipment, in accordance with departmental, school and manufacturer's policy, guidelines and network standards.
- Assist in the provision of in service training to staff, on the effective application of ICT tools to successfully achieve and deliver educational services to students.
- Provide effective and efficient support to staff and students to resolve problems associated with school computing facilities, whilst ensuring high end customer focus and communication.
- Provide regular preventative maintenance, routine and emergency repairs to all ICT facilities and associated electronic equipment.
- Maintain a range of technical services and accountable records related to the support of ICT, including infrastructure, used by the school/college.
- Communicate with various stakeholders, including Regional and Central Support, on technical matters and provide technical advice, when required.
- The suitable applicant would require the following skills and knowledge:
This is a TO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the TO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the TO3 once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of TO2 to TO3 classification range.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? 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 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).
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