Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary Position type Full-time Occupational group Project Management Classification EOSD Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City Job ad reference QLD/CO551629/24E Closing date 25-Mar-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration ASAP to 21 June 2024 Contact person Kylie Marchant Contact details (07) 3034 5260 Access the National Relay Service This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months. The successful candidate will be employed at the classification listed on the attached role description under EOSD provisions. About the Department of Education The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. About the Role The Principal Education Officer (EOSD) will undertake a specialised project contributing to the Junior Secondary: On track for success initiative to support the delivery of the department's Equity and Excellence: realising the potential of every student strategy. This priority recognises the changing needs of young adolescent learners as they transition into and through junior secondary and navigate their way through their whole of learning journey. This temporary, fixed-term role offers an exciting and unique opportunity to lead the state-wide consultation component of the Junior secondary project. Consultation with key stakeholders including principals will seek feedback on draft resources in preparation for consolidation and synthesis of feedback. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: co-ordinate and lead the collection, synthesis and application of feedback from state-wide consultation; engage key stakeholders both virtually and face-to face; report directly to the Executive-Director, Curriculum, Teaching and Learning; and collaborate with the Director, Junior Secondary to design the consultation strategy and revise resources. The ideal candidate will have: personal drive and integrity to lead projects and work autonomously; deep knowledge of the developmental characteristics of young adolescent learners; deep knowledge of school and system resources and processes in primary and secondary schools; commitment to collaboration and teamwork and be open to innovative solutions; and effective time management and strong written and verbal communication skills. For further information please refer to the attached role description, or contact Kylie Marchant on 07 3034 5260 or kylie.marchantqed.qld.gov.au. Mandatory Requirements: You must be a permanent employee of the department with a substantive teaching or classified officer role employed under Teaching in State Education Award - State 2016, have current full registration as a teacher and should be aware that temporary internal moves for the purposes of the department's payroll processes are referred to as internal secondments. Employees engaged temporarily as Education Officer - Special Duties have a requirement of 36ΒΌ hours per week attendance and arrangements as outlined in clause 7.4 of the Department of Education State School Teachers Certified Agreement 2019. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Instructions to Applicants: Applications should include a brief resume (maximum 2 pages), contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history). We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply. 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). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions. Documents Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below. EOSD factsheet (PDF, 282KB) Information Package for Applicants Candidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB) Information Package for Applicants CO551629_24E - Role Description (PDF, 204KB) Role Description