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Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Southern River College
Network Administrator
00035522
Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 per annum (PSCA 2021)

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS748168

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2022.

Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?

Southern River College is seeking a dedicated and hard-working Network Administrator.

In this role you will manage and maintain the College’s information technology network to maximise both educational and administrative outcomes, and will provide advice to administrative staff on technical issues. We are seeking applicants with excellent communication skills, as the successful applicant will be required to provide training to users to support the implementation of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) consistent with the College’s ICT plan.

The successful applicant should have a high level of computing knowledge in a high school context, with technical expertise to ensure the school’s information technology resources are used to their maximum effect within the standard operating environment. They should also be able to problem solve, work independently with minimum supervision and display initiative and a methodical approach to managing network systems and resources. The successful applicant will also provide advice and support to staff and students on tablets, laptops, desktops, servers, databases, web, intranet, and software applications, as well as classroom and device management solutions. They will research and identify appropriate software packages and other resources and assist with the installation and upgrading of audio–visual, CCTV and Information Technology systems.  They will maintain accurate records of assets, and will also assist with the day-to-day monitoring of the ICT budgets.

Southern River College is a Positive Behaviour Support School, promoting values throughout classrooms and our community through practice and use of our values. This has been highly successful in building school culture and community. Our River Way informs our vision and ethos. We use research and data to inform our practice so we can learn and grow together. High impact teaching strategies support our focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Visible learning enhances our capacity to understand our effectiveness and our progress. We engage our community to create real opportunities for our students. The River Road Centre supports students using the Berry Street Model. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all our students. Our why informs our practice, our actions, and the purpose of our vision as we seek to inspire, every student, every day in everything we do.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

  • Skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
  • Knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
  • Organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
  • Conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
  • Well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with users on issues relevant to network administration.
  • Well-developed written communication skills with the ability to develop and implement user-training procedures.

Applications will be assessed against these work-related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Southern River College can be found by visiting www.southernrivercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

For further job related information:

Please contact Brian Hand, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9391 6500 or emailing Brian.Hand@education.wa.edu.au  

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

  • A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
  • A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • The contact details for at least two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

  • Hold relevant tertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or an equivalent level of skills, knowledge and experience
  • Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
  • Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
  • Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
  • Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
  • Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
  • Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
  • Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA.  Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy.  More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au)

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 20 May 2022.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.


ATTACHMENTS: - applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- applicant resource - information for applicants nov18.pdf
- published jdf - generic - netw~r - schools - ps l4 - aug 2019.pdf


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WORK TYPE:  Permanent - Full Time
FTE: 1.0
LOCATION: Gosnells
CLOSING DATE: 2022-05-20 4:30 PM
(YYYY-MM-DD)
Position Title
Network Administrator

Agency
Department of Education
Salary
Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 per annum (PSCA 2021)
Location
Gosnells
Unit/Division
Independent Public School - South Metropolitan Education Region
Branch
Southern River College
Work Type
Permanent - Full Time
Position No.
00035522
Closing Date
2022-05-20 4:30 PM
Position Title
Network Administrator
Branch
Southern River College

Location
Gosnells
Work Type
Permanent - Full Time
Closing Date
2022-05-20 4:30 PM
Salary
Level 4, $81,452 - $85,797 per annum (PSCA 2021)
Agency
Department of Education
Company Information
Description

Advertised Vacancy Number IPS/SS748168

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 2, 2022.

Do you possess excellent communication skills and are ready to take on new challenges?

Southern River College is seeking a dedicated and hard-working Network Administrator.

In this role you will manage and maintain the College’s information technology network to maximise both educational and administrative outcomes, and will provide advice to administrative staff on technical issues. We are seeking applicants with excellent communication skills, as the successful applicant will be required to provide training to users to support the implementation of Information & Communication Technology (ICT) consistent with the College’s ICT plan.

The successful applicant should have a high level of computing knowledge in a high school context, with technical expertise to ensure the school’s information technology resources are used to their maximum effect within the standard operating environment. They should also be able to problem solve, work independently with minimum supervision and display initiative and a methodical approach to managing network systems and resources. The successful applicant will also provide advice and support to staff and students on tablets, laptops, desktops, servers, databases, web, intranet, and software applications, as well as classroom and device management solutions. They will research and identify appropriate software packages and other resources and assist with the installation and upgrading of audio–visual, CCTV and Information Technology systems.  They will maintain accurate records of assets, and will also assist with the day-to-day monitoring of the ICT budgets.

Southern River College is a Positive Behaviour Support School, promoting values throughout classrooms and our community through practice and use of our values. This has been highly successful in building school culture and community. Our River Way informs our vision and ethos. We use research and data to inform our practice so we can learn and grow together. High impact teaching strategies support our focus on excellence in teaching and learning. Visible learning enhances our capacity to understand our effectiveness and our progress. We engage our community to create real opportunities for our students. The River Road Centre supports students using the Berry Street Model. The Wellbeing Centre uses a growth mindset to support all our students. Our why informs our practice, our actions, and the purpose of our vision as we seek to inspire, every student, every day in everything we do.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

  • Skills and experience in administering a computer network and facilitating access to applications.
  • Knowledge of hardware, software and other information technology resources including software licensing and Information Technology copyright obligations and regulations.
  • Organisational skills with the ability to work with limited supervision and prioritise duties in a demanding environment.
  • Conceptual and analytical skills relevant to computer support.
  • Well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to consult and negotiate with users on issues relevant to network administration.
  • Well-developed written communication skills with the ability to develop and implement user-training procedures.

Applications will be assessed against these work-related requirements (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Southern River College can be found by visiting www.southernrivercollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here.

For further job related information:

Please contact Brian Hand, Manager Corporate Services, by telephoning (08) 9391 6500 or emailing Brian.Hand@education.wa.edu.au  

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

  • A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
  • A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
  • The contact details for at least two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4127.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 8666 for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

  • Hold relevant tertiary qualifications in a related discipline and/or an equivalent level of skills, knowledge and experience
  • Obtain a current Department of Education Criminal Record Clearance prior to commencement of employment
  • Obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check
  • Complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement
  • Complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy
  • Complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment.
  • Provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy
  • Complete the Department’s Aboriginal Cultural Appreciation course

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are advised of the recently announced mandatory vaccination policy for various occupations and workforces in WA.  Employees working in, or attending school sites are required to be vaccinated in accordance with the policy.  More information can be found at Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces (www.wa.gov.au)

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Friday, 20 May 2022.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

Attachments
- applicant resource - how to write a cv and covering letter nov18.pdf
- applicant resource - information for applicants nov18.pdf
- published jdf - generic - netw~r - schools - ps l4 - aug 2019.pdf


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