Are you ready to make a real impact in shaping the future of Queensland’s education workforce? Join the Department of Education as a HR Consultant and play a vital role in delivering strategic and operational human resource support across our schools and regional teams. In this dynamic role, you'll be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven environment, guiding leaders through complex workforce matters and driving initiatives that build capability and engagement. If you’re passionate about people, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and want to contribute to meaningful outcomes for students and staff alike—this is your opportunity to lead with purpose.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months. 

About the Department:

The Department of Education is 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 the Role:

As the Human Resources Consultant, you will:

• Provide high level operational advice and support in relation to services across the range of human resource management functions to schools and/or the region and participate in the implementation of systemic priorities and initiatives.

Responsibilities Include:

• Contribute as a team member in the provision of functions and services that may include: Business partnering, workforce planning, resource management, recruitment and selection, candidate care, appointment, transfer and deployment, onboarding and probation, grievance and conflict resolution, organisational health, safety and wellbeing.
• Provide operational advice, support and consultancy services to various areas of the department on a diverse range of human resource management matters.
• Monitor and support a range of HR systems and services for schools and regional workplaces (eg ServiceNow)
• Provide and monitor human resource management services to ensure compliance with government and departmental legislation, policies and standards.
• Assist schools with the development of effective workforce management practices.
• Assist with recruitment, selection and placement of school based employees in consultation with principals, and provide support to selection panels.
• Coach and build capacity of regional workplaces in human resource management practices.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history). 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. 

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 

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). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• FNR645984_25E - Role Description (PDF, 177KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants