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Administration Officer - William Ross State High School


North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

William Ross State High School is seeking an enthusiastic, proactive and friendly Administration Officer to join our collaborative team to support the day-to-day operations of our busy High School office. If you thrive on helping others and keeping things running smoothly, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/NQR661688/25T
Closing date 02-Oct-2025
Job duration Until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Monique Scholte
Contact details 07 4726 7666
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Who we are:

Established in 1991 and named after Townsville's first elected mayor, an advocate for education and youth development, William Ross State High School has a proud history of supporting students to achieve their personal and academic goals. Located in Annandale on the south side of Townsville, the school is easily accessible by public transport and offers a welcoming, inclusive environment. With a strong focus on holistic education, our dedicated staff guide students toward success across a range of post-school pathways including university, vocational training, and employment. William Ross continues to empower young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to build bright futures.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

As the Administration Officer, you will support the delivery of corporate services within the school by undertaking tasks across a broad range of functions,including human resources, finance, and facilities management.
This particular role will have a focus on Accounts Receivable including but not limited to managing payments, banking, debt management, excursion planners, invoicing and statements, settle student accounts and receipting.
You will also assist the office team with general duties including:

Responsibilities include:

  • Answering incoming calls; serving at parent & student/teacher counter.Use ID Attend to enter student absences, uniform passes, to locate students & classes and to enter staff departures.
  • Student counter support
  • Assist in lockdown and emergency drill procedures
  • Assist Rolls Officer and Student Services Officer where needed

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities. 

Knowledge of OneSchool, Agresso, ID Attend and Excel is desirable but not essential.

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.

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Last updated
2 May 2023

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