Conondale State School invites applications from experienced and dedicated candidates for the permanent part-time position of Business Manager.
This role is a part-time opportunity, working 33.25 hours per fortnight (0.46 FTE).

Job details

About the School 

Conondale State School is proud of its strong, positive school culture and supportive learning environment. Students thrive in a caring community where a genuine sense of connection, belonging, and mutual respect is fostered. Our staff and students are committed to looking after one another, demonstrating empathy and consideration for each individual's needs and wellbeing.

About the Role 

As Business Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing the school's financial and operational functions. This includes managing the budget, supporting strategic planning, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and legislation, and working closely with the Principal to deliver essential corporate services. You will also supervise administrative staff, drive process improvements, and collaborate with senior school leaders to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the school.

As the Business Manager, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the school's budget and financial operations in alignment with departmental policies and procedures.
• Lead and support school administrative and non-teaching staff to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Oversee asset and facilities management, procurement, human resources administration, and compliance obligations.
• Support community partnerships, manage contracts, and coordinate the delivery of support services.
• Provide strategic input into school planning, including contributing to the development and monitoring of the Annual Implementation Plan (AIP).
• Support and guide the school's administration and non-teaching staff.
• Coordinate resources and systems to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Manage the timely delivery of executive and administrative support services.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Promote best practice, support change initiatives, and influence key stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality services.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing the "How you will be assessed" section. 

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.

• NCR637997_25P - Role Description (PDF, 290KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants