Data Systems Officer - Holy Spirit College
Job No:
CER968
Location:
Mackay
Position: Data Systems Officer
Commencement Date: As soon as able
Employment Status: Term-Time
Hours per week: 38hpw
Hourly Rate: School Officer Level 6 $40.25 - $49.00 (pending experience)
Applications Close: Friday, 26 April 2024
About us
Holy Spirit College is a Catholic co-educational Years 7-12 college within the Diocese of Rockhampton, with an enrolment in 2023 of nearly 1200 students. At the heart of all that we do, is a commitment to Catholic values and the provision of a high quality education within an environment that is supportive and caring.
Your Role
An exciting opportunity has become available at Holy Spirit College for a suitably qualified and enthusiastic Data Systems Officer to join the team, commencing as soon as able, or as negotiated with the successful applicant. This is a term-time (approximately 42 weeks per year) continuing position for 38 hours per week.
This position will provide specialised administrative support at a senior level and manage the development and maintenance of data systems which serve the educational function of the College, in line with College goals and the strategic plan.
Other duties include:
- Provides database advice, training and support with regards to school database systems;
- Advance knowledge and experience using TASS school management system
- Demonstrates a high level of proficiency and a depth of knowledge in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, to produce complex reports, queries and exports, analyse data, and distribute results to designated stakeholders;
- Develops and maintains data systems procedures and training materials;
- Uses high level communication skills when presenting new programs to staff ensuring meaning is understood;
- Develops and delivers induction training for new staff and ongoing systems training in groups and one-on-one environments as required;
- Applies a broad range of technical skills to evaluate and troubleshoot database and program issues;
- Liaises with the Assistant Principal – Curriculum and teaching staff, specifically Curriculum Leaders, in the preparation of curriculum data management tools and reporting;
- Supervises and monitors the workload of the Administration Assistant – Curriculum (Years 7-9), providing guidance and training where required; and
- Uses tact and discretion to quickly and calmly deal with conflicting demands.
For more information, please review the Position Description.
About you
The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate:
- An understanding of, and a commitment to, the ethos of Catholic education.
- Excellent communication skills and organisational ability. Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a very high proficiency of computer skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and work collaboratively with others to meet timelines.
- High level of initiative and process thinking to ensure continuous improvement of processes.
- Ability to respond and adapt to changing priorities, whilst maintaining a positive solution focussed outlook.
- Tertiary qualifications at degree level or equivalent knowledge and experience may be required.
What we offer
- Competitive salary range - School Officer Level 6 (hourly rate $40.25 - $49.00 (dependant on experience))
- Superannuation of 12.75% contribution
- Option for term-time staff to annualise salary
- Modern facilities and resources
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
Mandatory Requirements
- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
- Tertiary qualifications at degree level or equivalent knowledge and experience may be required.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
- Australian work rights
How to Apply
- Complete the application below
- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
- Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
Further information
- For a confidential conversation please contact Deanne Hearnden, Office Manager, Holy Spirit College, Mackay, 07 4994 8600.
- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services Employment@rok.catholic.edu.au
- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
Applications Close: Friday, 26 April 2024 (unless filled prior).
Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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