Operations Administration Officer - Mount St Patrick College, Murwillumbah

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount St Patrick College in Murwillumbah, part of the Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools, seeks an Operations Administration Officer to support college operations and staff with a focus on morning rostering and confidentiality.

This full-time 76-hour fortnight role requires strong organisational, IT and communication skills, knowledge of Compass and Edval, and a commitment to Catholic school values; starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Proven administrative and office skills with ability to handle confidential information.
• Experience in a school environment is advantageous.
• Proficient with Compass and Edval or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to college operations and staff.
• Assist with rostering, attendance and morning start logistics.
• Maintain records with strict confidentiality and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Administrative skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Confidentiality

Education

Relevant administration qualification (preferred)

Tools

Compass

Edval

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Operations Administration Officer - Mount St Patrick College, Murwillumbah

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools – Murwillumbah NSW

Mount St Patrick College is a Catholic community of opportunity. Located in the heart of the Northern Rivers, 20 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport and 25 minutes from the pristine beaches of the Tweed Coast. We take pride in the comprehensive education we offer students of the Tweed Valley. Our academic results are the best in the area and among the best in the State. We offer a broad range of spiritual, cultural and sporting experiences and encourage practices that allow all students to experience success.

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OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

Position Type: Full time permanent
Hours: 76 hours per fortnight
Commencement date: As soon as possible
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Classification & Benefits: This role is classified as Level 5 (averaged) under the NSW and ACT Systemic Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 as updated or reviewed. Detailed information regarding the level, salary increments, and general employment conditions can be found within the Agreement.

Applicants must:

• Hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• Have the ability to handle tasks with a high degree of confidentiality
• Have a working knowledge of WH&S and equity in employment and a demonstrated capacity to apply related principles and policies
• Comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment

Selection Criteria:

• Provide evidence of well-developed communication, administrative and office skills with an ability to deal tactfully, confidently and effectively with people at all levels
• Capacity to show initiative and demonstrate effective time management, organisational and planning skills with an ability to meet pressing deadlines and competing priorities
• Highly developed skills in a range of Microsoft and Google applications with willingness and ability to learn new systems
• A professional and confident approach when dealing with staff, students, parents and Visitors
• High level independent problem solving skills and the ability to think technically as well as strategically
• Customer service mindset and high level interpersonal skills
• ability to be flexible with hours when required
• Previous experience in a school office plus experience with Compass and Edval an advantage
• Have the ability to identify the Mission of a Catholic School and demonstrate Christian Values in dealings with staff

Please note this role requires an early start of 6:00 am, Monday to Friday, to manage morning staff absences and relief rostering.

Enquiries should be directed to the school: (02) 6672 2***

Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees.

Applications must be received by 3:00pm Sunday, 11 October 2026

Please see job description here.

Tweed Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.Child Protection Legislation requires successful applicants to be subject to employment screening.An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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