Support a dynamic school community at Gladstone State High School.

This exciting opportunity for an Administrative Officer offers the chance to provide high-quality administrative and operational support within a collaborative, fast-paced and student-focused environment.

Join a dedicated team committed to supporting staff, students and the wider school community to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and positive educational outcomes.

Apply now to be part of a supportive school environment where your contribution makes a real difference.

Job details

Who We Are:

Gladstone State High School is held in high regard within the Gladstone community.

Founded in 1953, the school offers a Year 7-12 curriculum and has an enrolment of approximately 1,300 students.

It is recognised for providing a wide range of opportunities that enable students to develop their potential for outstanding achievement both within and beyond the formal curriculum.

The school fosters a collaborative, fast-paced and supportive learning environment, with strong engagement between staff, students, parents/carers and the wider community.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Perform a variety of day to day administrative and support services that are routine in nature and directed by the Principal or the Business Manager.
• Undertake routine activities including reception (telephone and counter enquiries), arranging appointments, correspondence and general administration, maintaining school records, such as incident reports, student admissions, enrolments and departures, processing incoming and outgoing mail and email, and once approved, ordering and arranging student transport for sport excursions, trips and other school activities.
• Perform a variety of other administrative or support services for school support staff, including printing of timesheets, leave applications and rosters, assisting with arranging approved relief for school support staff as directed.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Skills and Experience:

• Administrative Skills
• Customer Service Skills
• Computer and Technology
• Organisation and Time Management
• School or Education environment experience preferred but not essential

Important Qualities:

• Organisation and time management
• Strong communication skills
• Customer Service and Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to detail
• Confidentiality and professionalism

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement 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
  
  CQR691020_26T Role Description (PDF, 323KB)
  Role Description