Education (Organisation site)Darling Downs South West Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance DivisionJoin Kingaroy State School, a vibrant, dynamic and inclusive educational community dedicated to empowering students and fostering excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional learning experiences while maintaining a welcoming, supportive environment for staff and students alike. As a key member of our leadership team, you'll play a vital role in shaping the future of our school. This position is offered on a permanent full-time basis unless otherwise determined.The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are: a strong start for all children, every student realizing their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high-performing education system that realizes the potential of every student.The Kingaroy State School Campus is located in Kingaroy (shire population 12,000), 207 kms North West of Brisbane and is part of the Wide Bay West Education District which services the township of Kingaroy and surrounding rural districts. Our school values the attributes of a lifelong learner and we aim to instill these attributes into all our students. A lifelong learner is an informed person with deep understanding, a complex thinker, a creative person, an active investigator, an effective communicator, a participant in an interdependent world.About the role:As the Business Manager, you will manage the delivery of a range of corporate services, support educational management activities, and lead the development of systemic change by actively supporting the school management team and school community. You will oversee the delivery of administrative, financial, and human resources support, including the supervision of lower-level school support staff and influencing stakeholders on sensitive issues.Responsibilities include:Operate autonomously in the provision of business services to the school, in an environment that at times exhibits a degree of complexity and frequently requires the interpretation of information and adaptation of processes.Provide a comprehensive range of administrative support (e.g. preparation of reports and correspondence) and identify problems, conduct research, seek expert advice, and recommend solutions.Undertake the day-to-day supervision and management of school support staff, including monitoring workloads and performance (working in collaboration with the Principal for any difficult performance management situations); identifying workforce capability requirements; and role modeling performance standards. In addition, this role will oversee for school support staff the signatories/approval of timesheets, leave applications, rosters, arrange relief; and organize, undertake, and coordinate the recruitment, induction, and training of school support staff.Build networks with other Business Managers, staff, and community representatives to ensure the provision of corporate services meets best practice, and act as a role model for talent within the network.Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills, empathy, self-awareness, and the ability to build trust when dealing with sensitive situations. Interpret the likely reactions of others to emotional situations and recognize opportunities in which students may be better supported in their school environment.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.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 in response to 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.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).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.#J-18808-Ljbffr