Emu Park State School is seeking an Administrative Officer to join the team!

This is a busy and varied role that requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and confidently manage multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.

The successful applicant will be highly organised, adaptable and able to prioritise competing demands while delivering excellent customer service to students, staff, families and the wider school community.

This position is being offered in a temporary part-time capacity (0.47 FTE), 34 hours per fortnight, worked across three days per week.

Job details

Who We Are:

Emu Park State School is situated in the picturesque coastal community of Emu Park, Queensland, and is renowned for its dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

The school places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, student wellbeing and active community involvement.

Our work environment is highly collaborative, with a team culture that values professional growth and mutual respect.

Our key priorities include helping students reach their full potential, enhancing the teaching of reading, implementing evidence-based pedagogical practices to deliver the curriculum effectively, and building strong partnerships within the school and across the broader community.

Our culture reflects the close-knit community we serve. We value positive relationships, inclusivity and teamwork, and are seeking a candidate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can build meaningful connections with students, parents and colleagues while supporting the effective operation of the school.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The successful applicant will become part of the school administration team, working collaboratively under the guidance of the Principal and Business Manager.

• As an Administration Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the school and ensuring a welcoming and well-organised front office. You will provide high-quality administrative support to staff, students and families, maintain efficient systems and processes, and contribute to effective communication and school culture, accurate record keeping and the smooth delivery of school services.
• Providing day-to-day administrative support as directed by the Principal or Business Manager, managing reception duties including telephone and counter enquiries, appointments, mail, email and routine correspondence, maintaining school records including enrolments, departures and student information, processing routine financial tasks such as receipting, banking, payments, orders and invoicing, and preparing documentation including meeting minutes, forms, newsletters, reports and routine correspondence.
  The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
• A commitment to confidentiality, inclusivity and delivering outstanding service to our school community is essential.

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

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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR696600_26T Role Description (PDF, 287KB)
  Role Description