Industry Liaison Officer

**About the Department**:
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 realising 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 realises the potential of every student.
**About Beerwah State High School**:
We are committed to providing quality public education and have high personal expectations. Our focus has been to reflect what is best in our community and to inspire in students a positive self-concept as well as a pride and a belief in their school. It is our goal for 100% of our graduating students to achieve their Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) or Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement (QCIA) to enable them to successfully transition to further education, training, or employment.
**About the role**:As the Industry Liaison Officer you will**:

- Assist in the ongoing delivery of the School Based Apprenticeship program and assist in managing business and industry partnerships to maximise opportunities for secondary students.
- Establish and maintain effective networks and work collaboratively with business and industry groups to build strong and vibrant links that promote School Based Apprenticeships as a career pathway for students.

**Responsibilities include**:

- Source Australian School Based Apprenticeships (ASBA) opportunities for prospective students by actively seeking opportunities for student placements in industry and potential School Based Apprenticeships.
- Promote and market the benefits of the school's technical model to potential employers and other stakeholders and position School Based Apprenticeships as a career pathway preference for students within the region.
- Develop and maintain relationships with employers, training providers and apprenticeship support agencies.
- Form connections and develop partnerships between school and employers that will assist students to transition to employment and make effective career choices.
- Source vocational training opportunities for prospective students by actively seeking opportunities for student placement in transition to work programs.
- Provide regular updates of the program outcomes and help identify issues that may impact on the success of the program.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the business plan and promotional materials, including marketing and communication strategies and initiatives.
- Be involved in the preparation and presentation of information sessions.
- Assist in the recruitment and process entry of students to the school.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of legislation relevant to the Australian School Based Apprenticeship program.

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 maximum 2-page response outlining your skills and abilities. Tell us why you are interested in this role. This should not be re-statement of your resume; it's your opportunity to tell us about yourself, highlighting your transferable skills and experience, including what you'll bring to 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.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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