School Manager

• $110,613 to $125,373
• Ongoing, full-time
• Gardens Point (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24147
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $130,901 to $148,369 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $110,613 to $125,373 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a School Manager to join School of Biology and Environmental Science, Faculty of Science, Academic Division.

The School Manager is part of a dedicated team of senior administrative staff within the Faculty of Science supporting the Head of School with the management of school operations and, in doing so, facilitating the achievement of the Faculty’s strategic goals in teaching, research and external engagement. The School Manager works collaboratively with the Head of School, senior academic leaders, staff within the school and across the faculty and university, and with external organisations and stakeholders. The incumbent will maintain links with other School Managers and Faculty Team Managers to ensure a high standard of client service is delivered across the school.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The School of Biology and Environmental Science seeks to understand how microorganisms, fungi, plants, and animals – grow, sense, adapt, interact, and evolve. It studies how genes, species and ecosystem’s function and can be managed, conserved, and restored; and where appropriate apply this knowledge to biotechnological solutions. Our school brings together multidisciplinary research teams to address global challenges, ranging from food security to climate change. We work across all levels of complexity, from genes to whole organisms, and in natural to modified ecosystems. The school has an outstanding record of producing impactful pure and applied research outcomes, with ERA ratings for fields of research either at or well above world standard (ERA 2015). We are the partner of choice for research and innovation at federal, state and regional government levels, and with industry and end-users.

What you need to succeed

Education, training or relevant experience equivalent to completion of postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience; and/or extensive experience and management experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training relevant to the position.

Demonstrated experience in financial management and budgeting. 

Demonstrated ability to display initiative, critically evaluate current systems and processes and contribute new ideas to achieve ongoing improvements in the provision of services at strategic and operational levels.

High level written communication skills, and experience in preparing clear and concise reports, plans and complex correspondence using a variety of digital technologies.

Demonstrated high level interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate and develop effective client relationships to achieve business outcomes.

High level ability to manage time and tasks effectively and meet a range of competing deadlines in a timely manner without compromising quality.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 11-Mar-2024

Applications Close: 25-Mar-2024 at 11.30pm

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