Join Morayfield State High School as our Head of Department - IT and lead exciting digital learning initiatives that empower staff and students.

We’re seeking a forward-thinking educator ready to drive innovation and strengthen our technology curriculum.

Apply now to help shape our digital future.

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 of Education:

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.

Who We Are:

Morayfield State High School is a large, complex secondary school with a population of approximately 1700 students from Years 7 to 12 and an ICSEA of 942.

The school population includes many students with a strong cultural identity as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and 20% of students have been identified through the NCCD process as requiring additional support or intervention to achieve success.

Step Into Your Next Chapter: 

The Head of IT (HOD IT) plays a crucial role in the organization's IT department, overseeing its strategic and operational aspects.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing IT strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
Project Management: Leading IT projects, ensuring they meet business requirements and deliverables.
Budget Management: Preparing and managing the IT budget to ensure cost-effective service delivery.
Compliance and Security: Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and security standards.
Team Leadership: Recruiting, training, and mentoring IT staff to build a competent and motivated team.
Operational Oversight: Managing the IT department's operations, including system performance and risk management.
These roles are essential for the effective functioning of the IT department and contribute to the overall success of the organisation.

The Perfect Fit:

The suitable candidate for this position will be a highly capable instructional leader, as well as demonstrating strong organisational and management skills, be futures-orientated and innovative.

They will have strong knowledge and understanding of the Australian Curriculum V9 for IT as well as senior IT subjects.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• 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 a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description 

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.

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, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR672671_25E Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description