Remote Schools Project Officer

Job description

Agency Department of Education and Training Work unit Remote Schools Support Unit

Job title Remote Schools Project Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6

Job type Full time Duration Fixed for 2 years

Salary $96,620 - $107,721 Location Alice Springs

Position number 48344 RTF Closing 03/09/2025

Contact officer Jenny Carew, Director Remote Schools on or

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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF

YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures

plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

Provide advice and executive support in developing and implementing project plans, policies, and procedures with a focus

on school improvement aligned with agreed agency strategies, while also supporting managers and staff on Department of

Education and Training (DET) legislative requirements across key operational areas.

Context statement

The Remote Schools Support Unit (RSSU) provides targeted assistance to schools across all aspects of operations, including

teaching and learning, operational, logistics, infrastructure, recruitment, and staff development.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Provide high level professional secretariat advice and support on information management, quality assurance and

coordination to the Director of Remote Schools, the RSSU and 21 Remote School Principals.

1. Provide high level advice and support to managers and staff on policies, procedures and legislative requirements across

key operational areas of the agency, including recruitment systems and procedures.

3. Provide advice to managers, selection panels and prospective recruits on legislation, relocation entitlements, merit

selection and recruitment processes.

1. Provide project management support through the preparation of reports, provision of advice on activities and the

facilitation of stakeholder communication and consultation.

5. Provide regular HR reports to the RSSU and Principals to support recruitment forecasting and respond to requests for

corporate HR data and reporting.

1. Any other duties as directed by the Director Remote Schools, Central Region.

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Extensive experience providing consultancy and advisory support in recruitment and workforce management, with a

strong understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and administrative frameworks—particularly within complex and

diverse environments.

1. Demonstrated project management and analytical skills, including experience investigating, managing, and reporting on

complex issues, recommending strategies, and adapting effectively to changing priorities.

1. Well-developed interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including high-level report writing, with a proven

ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with team members, clients, and stakeholders.

1. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret information, provide clear and concise

advice, and tailor communication for diverse audiences.

1. Demonstrated reliability, initiative, and high-level organisational skills, with a strong commitment to accuracy, attention

to detail, confidentiality, discretion and professional ethics.

Further information

The successful applicant must have no significant criminal record confirmed by a Police Criminal History check and have, or

be in the process of obtaining, a current Working with Children Card and current First Aid Certificate.