Head of ICT Full Time Permanent

Redeemer Lutheran College is seeking an experienced ICT professional to take on this permanent full time position commencing as soon as possible.

The Head of ICT oversees the operation and maintenance of the College IT network infrastructure and operations.  The Head of ICT works closely with the IT Team, eLearning Coordinators and Curriculum Leaders to understand the vision of the college as a professional learning community as it relates to ICTs.

The Head of ICT is required to effectively utilise the human and financial resources, as well as the facilities and resources of the college to provide IT services that will support the learning and support programs of the college.

The Head of ICT is responsible for analysing the college's processes and systems and effectively integrating them with the available technologies.

This position includes (but not limited to) the following:

• Network services
• Network and Cyber security
• Network application management
• Server management
• Technical support and leadership
• Business Systems Analysis
• User support and help desk.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) platforms, with Nutanix exposure highly regarded.
• Advanced knowledge of the TASS School Management System, including configuration, user support, and integration with other systems would be highly regarded.
• Proficiency in administrative management of Schoolbox, with practical application in classroom environments would be highly regarded.
• Strong skills in MS SQL database management, including performance tuning, backup strategies and query optimization.
• Proven expertise in formulating and executing capital, operational and project budgets.
• Possess a high level of organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead staff and build capacity.
• The ability to support the Christian ethos of the College.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications (Bachelor or Master's degree) in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar discipline.
• Workplace Health and Safety qualifications or ability and willingness to obtain
• Applications should be addressed to Mrs Jackie McComb, Business Manager and submitted as one combined PDF file via email to   before 4:00pm on Monday 17 November The PDF File should in the following order include:
• letter of application (one page) ensuring reference is made to appropriate abilities and skills to meet the requirements of the  position;
• curriculum vitae (three pages maximum);
• the name, organisation, position, contact phone numbers of three referees, at least two of whom can speak to your current professional practice.
• Working with Children Status – Blue Card

A Position Description for this role is available at

Redeemer Lutheran College is committed to the wellbeing and safety of students in it care.  Blue Card legislation states a "No Card, No Start" policy.  This means that paid employees must hold a current Paid Blue Card/Exemption Card or be issued with a Paid Blue Card/Exemption Card before they can commence work.  Candidates may wish to consider how their Blue Card status will affect their suitably for this position as a Blue Card/Exemption Card is an inherent requirement of the role, prior to a state date.  For more information on Blue Card/Exemption Cards, please go to the Blue Card Services website.

Applications must be received electronically via indicated above and not posted or hand delivered to the College. Any applications received by means other than the advertised email address will not be considered.

The College reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications.

Redeemer Lutheran College is committed to child safety. We require all applicants to undergo a screening process prior to appointment and successful applicants must comply with the College's Child Protection Program.