This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Inala State School
Inala State School was established in 1955 and provides high quality education to students in the local area. Our school motto 'Through Knowledge we Grow' and our school expectations being 'Responsible, Respectful Learners', are deeply embedded across the school community.Our school is a multi-cultural school, where a diverse range of cultures harmoniously come together to learn. The community is central to the school. Families are welcome, belong and are accepted. We value our diversity.
Learners are engaged and inspired to develop a lifelong love of learning. All staff remain current and are supported to implement high yield teaching strategies to ensure all students are challenged at an appropriate level to achieve their best.
This is a TO2 progression position as per the Role Description. The successful applicant will be appointed to the TO2 classification with eligibility for progression to the TO3 once specific criteria have been met or demonstrated. Please note salary rate shown is reflective of TO2 to TO3 classification range.
About the Role
At Inala State School, we are committed to our school vision - Engaged learners who have aspirations for a future filled with real choices, opportunities, equipped with skills for lifelong learning.As the School Technical Officer, you will assist in managing the operation of a school's information and communication technology (ICT) network services in order to contribute to the enhancement of student learning opportunities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide advice and assistance on maximising the potential of ICT operations within the school/college, including acquisition, installation, operation, maintenance, repair and replacement.
• Support the school community with technical advice, instruction and assistance with electronic equipment, in accordance with departmental, school and manufacturer's policy, guidelines and network standards.
• Assist in the provision of in-service training to staff, on the effective application of ICT tools to successfully achieve and deliver educational services to students.
• Provide effective and efficient support to staff and students to resolve problems associated with school computing facilities, whilst ensuring high end customer focus and communication.

Our ideal applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• Technical knowledge of server hardware and configuration, and networking peripherals.
• A high or good level understanding of PC desktop and laptop systems, Apple i Pads and printer support.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A strong client focus.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong technical knowledge of server hardware and configuration, and networking peripherals.
• Understanding of Local Area Networks and of Wide Area Networks.
• Experience using remote support tools to support servers and workstations remotely, within the school environment.
• The ability to research, identify and apply creative solutions to problems.
• Sound working knowledge of network security and security protocols.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.

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).
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