Head of Department

1 day ago

Canberra, Australia ACT Government Full time

Applications are invited for two full-time permanent roles of Head of Department within the Trade Skills College:

- Head of Department, Manager Education Level 1, CIT Trade Skills in Hospitality Culinary & Tourism - PN51859
- Head of Department, Manager Education Level 1, CIT Trade Skills in Construction - PN51895

The Head of Department will, through quality leadership and management of education and related activities, contribute to the achievement of departmental/college goals while enhancing the

student experience. These positions will report to the Director, College of Trade Skills.

Key Skills for the position include:

- Efficiently and effectively manage, administer and co-ordinate the activities of the department in accordance with Institute policy and operational priorities.
- Provide professional education leadership
- Manage, distribute and utilise financial, human, and physical resources
- Engage with students, staff and industry partners to develop and deliver high quality and relevant training offerings.

CIT supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**

**MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS AND/OR REGISTRATIONS/LICENCING/INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE**

All employees at Manager Education Level 1 must hold a full Training and Assessment Certificate IV level qualification (such as a TAE40116 or equivalent), and a Diploma of Vocational Education and Training (or equivalent)

For managers at or above Manager Education - Level 1:

- Industry experience is highly desirable (although this does not have to be in the disciplines being supervised).

**DESIRABLE**
- Bachelor of Education, Management or relevant higher level qualification.

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**How to Apply**:Please provide a written response addressing the Selection Criteria and provide a current curriculum vitae and two referee reports.

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