Administration Officer - Cloncurry State School P-12

North West Queensland; Cloncurry Shire; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

Cloncurry State School invites applications for an Administration Officer to join the Administration Team in a permanent part-time capacity (0.83FTE), delivering high-level support across HR, finance and facilities. The role involves contributing to budgets, purchasing, staff records and compliance, while coordinating contractors and capital works as needed.

Located in North West Queensland, the school values community involvement and a positive service culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative, financial and HR support across the school.
• Assist with budgets, purchasing, invoices, reconciliations and financial records.
• Support recruitment, staff records, leave, timesheets, Blue Card and compliance requirements.
• Assist with staff supervision, workforce planning and professional development.
• Support facilities, maintenance, assets, stocktakes and facility hire.
• Coordinate contractors, minor works and capital works as required.
• Provide professional support to staff, parents, students and the wider community.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

Job description

Cloncurry State School P-12 is seeking a highly motivated, organised and efficient individual to join our Administration Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a busy school environment and is committed to providing excellent service to students, parents, staff and the wider community. If you are an enthusiastic team player who enjoys making a positive contribution to a school community, we would love to hear from you. This position is being offered in a Permanent Part-Time capacity (0.83FTE), 60 hours per fortnight

Position Details

• Position status: Permanent
• Position type: Part-time
• Occupational group: Administration
• Classification: AO3
• Workplace location: North West Qld
• Job ad reference: QLD/NQR699370/26P
• Closing date: 16-Sep-2026
• Yearly salary: $80505 - $89326
• Fortnightly salary: $3085.80 - $3423.90
• Salary Other: Salary Shown 1.0 FTE
• Contact person: Matthew BAILEY
• Phone: [phone]
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About us:

Cloncurry State School sits at the heart of our town, both geographically and in the life of our community. We are a proud P-12 school that welcomes families from across Australia and around the world.Cloncurry is a vibrant, rural town rich in history, character and community pride, and our school plays a central role in bringing people together. Throughout the year, our students and families are actively involved in many of the town's much-loved events, including the school fete, MGM Ball, Cloncurry Show and the iconic Merry Muster. These celebrations reflect the strong partnerships between our school and the wider community.With strong relationships at the centre of our school, our classrooms are built on a sense of belonging, continuity and shared experience. Families are an essential part of school life at Cloncurry State School and are warmly encouraged to take part in the learning and the everyday social experiences that make our school such a special place to belong.

Your opportunity:

• As the Administration Officer, you may undertake work across a broad range of corporate service activities, including human resource (HR), financial and facilities, and/or undertake a narrow range of duties relating to a specific corporate services function.
• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities for the efficient and effective provision of corporate services to support school operations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide efficient administrative, financial and HR support across the school.
• Assist with budgets, purchasing, invoices, reconciliations and financial records.
• Support recruitment, staff records, leave, timesheets, Blue Card and compliance requirements.
• Assist with staff supervision, workforce planning and professional development.
• Support facilities, maintenance, assets, stocktakes and facility hire.
• Coordinate contractors, minor works and capital works as required.
• Provide professional support to staff, parents, students and the wider community.
• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
• Undertake other suitable duties as directed by the supervisor or nominated delegate.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

About you:

• Provide high-level customer service to students, parents, staff and the wider community.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to manage and perform effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with the school, parents and wider community.
• Maintain a professional, friendly and positive approach at all times.
• Undertake suitable duties and responsibilities as directed by the supervisor.

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.

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.