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Administration Officer - Cairns West State School


Far North Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Expressions of interest are invited for the position of Administration Officer at Cairns West State School. We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated team player to contribute to the effective and efficient operations of our School.

This position is being offered on a temporary part-time basis for a period of 1 Semester, unless otherwise determined, working 60 hours per fortnight. We encourage you to apply now to join our community.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Cairns region
Job ad reference QLD/FNR691010/26T
Closing date 23-Jun-2026
Job duration One Semester, unless otherwise determined
Contact person Zoe Payet
Contact details (07) 4037 9777
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About the School

Our school as a community of learners in which every person is valued and able to take advantage of a range of opportunities to achieve personal academic success and to develop in responsibility and character. In essence everyday, in every classroom every student is learning and achieving.

Your Responsibilities

As the Administration Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Undertake routine activities including reception (telephone and counter enquiries)Respond to student and parent enquiries and provide accurate inform...ation in line with school policies.
  • Issue student late/leave requests using IDAttend.
  • Assist with the roll marking processes.
  • Oversee day to day operations and data entry of enrolments and provide enrolment management policy advice.
  • Coordinate enrolment interviews for the HOD Student Services, prepare enrolment documentation, and coordinate and assist with enrolment activities for new students.
  • Maintain student administration systems for the purposes of reviewing student enrolment data, and producing and distributing statistical data.
  • Ensure that student files and other official records are kept up to date.
  • Assist in the management of payment plans, Centerpay, and identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities.
  • Administer day to day Accounts Receivable processing (e.g. invoicing, receipting and banking).
  • Be an active and visible presence within the school, contributing to a positive culture and smooth operations.
  • Please refer to the attached role des.cription for the full list of responsibilities and 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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.  
  • Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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. 

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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