Are you interested in supporting teaching and learning initiatives that contribute to the Department of Education’s priorities in mathematics and numeracy?

We have an exciting opportunity in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Curriculum, Teaching and Learning team within the School Improvement Branch, focusing on new and expanding mathematics and numeracy initiatives in the Primary Years.

The STEM team delivers high-impact statewide initiatives that directly support teaching and learning in schools.

We encourage you to apply now to join our team.

Job details

About the Department 

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.  

The Principal Project Officer responsibilities include:

• Manage projects that deliver the priorities of the Brighter Futures Education Strategy and government commitments in Mathematics and Numeracy.
• Develop capability, resource and assessment packages to support implementation of Australian Curriculum version 9: Mathematics
• Design and deliver innovative learning and assessment design, in STEM curriculum areas to meet the teaching needs across the state
• Provide educational expertise and undertake research investigations to guide and inform the development of learning and teaching initiatives.
• Support emerging STEM projects delivered through the Queensland Virtual Academy and Education Futures Institute.
• Monitor data and impact, evaluate for continual improvement, and take responsibility for governance, correspondence and reporting obligations of the department.
• Create and foster partnerships across industry, government and education organisations to support schools to prepare students to participate in a rapidly changing world.

The ideal candidate will have:

• The ability to think creatively about current challenges and opportunities, and partner with colleagues to develop solutions, encouraging creative capacity in others to optimise outcomes for students and teachers
• Deep knowledge of Australian Curriculum: Mathematics, preferably across primary phases of learning
• Personal drive and integrity to lead projects and work autonomously with the ability to prioritise work to manage competing and emerging priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills, digital literacy and the ability to use initiative and exercise sound judgement
• Experience designing, delivering and leading professional development and/or training related to best practices and pedagogy.
• Experience working on complex projects to achieve required outcomes within set timeframes and on budget.

Benefits:

• Wellbeing is valued and flexible work arrangements may be negotiated to ensure you have the enabling conditions to achieve your best.
• You would be bringing your skills and energy to a dynamic, fast-paced and responsive team in Curriculum working on both new and existing initiatives.

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to 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

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CO677203_26T - Role Description (PDF, 282KB)
  Role Description