Administration Officer

2 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

Charters Towers School of Distance Education is seeking a dedicated Administration Officer to join our team. If you're an experienced finance officer, this is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic school environment. In this role, you will be responsible for the finance and administration aspect of school, performing a range of financial tasks under the direction of the Business Manager.

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a supportive and forward-thinking team, apply now and make a valuable contribution to our school community.

About The School

Charters Towers School of Distance Education provides personalised learning for students from Prep to Year 12 through a comprehensive distance education program. Learning is delivered via digital platforms, with curriculum tailored to individual student needs. We support progress through regular feedback, flexible pathways, and a wide range of resources including books, software, and online content. Students engage in workshops, excursions, and school visits, gaining experiences beyond their home environment. We also offer training and support for parents, home tutors, and partner schools, ensuring a connected and enriching educational experience for every learner.

About The Role

As the Administration Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the school through a range of corporate services. This may include responsibilities across human resources, finance, and facilities management, or a focused area within these functions. You will contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the school by assisting with the delivery of high-quality administrative support and helping identify opportunities for process improvement. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, proactive, and committed to supporting a positive and professional school environment.

Your Responsibilities

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

  • Accounts receivable and payable tasks within the school
  • Responsibility for corporate card reconciliation
  • Fleet management of school resources
  • Switchboard and reception duties throughout the school
  • Using and maintaining data through OneSchool and Agresso (experience with these applications is highly advantageous but not mandatory)
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent digital literacy
  • Demonstrated ability with accounting software programs

Please refer to the attached role description 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 be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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