Job Description
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Position: Administration Officer
/n Commencement Date: Term 1, 2027 (18th January 2027)
/n Employment Status: Term-Time continuing
/n Hours per week: 38hpw
/n Hourly Rate: $34.19 to $35.64 (pending experience)
/n Applications Close: Friday, 20 November 2026
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About us
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St Patrick’s College embraces its motto of ‘Seek and Serve Christ’. It enjoys a rich history built on the Sisters of Mercy and Christian Brothers, St Patrick’s College is a co-education Catholic College with a combined current enrolment of approximately 1500 students.
St Patrick’s College offers a unique experience for students, consisting of a dual campus concept catering exclusively for Years 7 to 10 at the Mercy Campus and Years 11 to 12 at the Senior Campus. Our students are encouraged to excel in personal growth and faith development in a learning environment that offers a broad-based curriculum.
Our staff work collaboratively with students and their families in an attempt to challenge students to become active learners to prepare them for success in a variety of pathways.
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Mackay, Queensland is located 970 kilometres north of Brisbane with a population of over 125,000. Mackay is known as the sugar capital of Australia and for our beautiful beaches and close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and the Whitsunday Islands.
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Your Role
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An exciting chance exists to join the team at St Patrick's College, Mackay, in the position of Administration Officer. This is a term-time continuing position for 38hpw, commencing from Term 1, 2027 (18th January 2027).
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We are seeking applicants who are highly organised and professional, with the ability to provide high-quality administrative support and contribute to the effective operation of the college.
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In this role, the successful applicant will provide a variety of support services with a depth of knowledge and broad range of skills in order to serve the educational function of the College.
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Typical duties include but are not limited to:
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- Cary out a wide range of administrative duties at an advanced level to support the school leadership team and teaming staff that may include providing a welcoming reception,
typing, word processing, maintaining manual and electronic records and assisting with school events and excursions.
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- Respond to enquiries from and liaise with staff, students, parents and the public.
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- Provide administrative support to senior management with tasks such as arranging appointments, the coordination of diaries and travel and accommodation bookings.
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- Assist in the preparation of internal and external publications
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- Draft agendas for meetings, prepare supporting documents and take and produce minutes.
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- Assist in the enrolment function including handling initial enquiries and arranging interviews.
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- Monitor and care for students in sick bay, complete appropriate documentation and follow procedures in relation to student sickness and dispensing of medications.
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For more information, please review Position Description.
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About you
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The successful applicant should be able to demonstrate:
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- An understanding of, and a commitment to, the values of Catholic education.
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- Excellent communication skills and organisational ability.
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- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
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- Well-developed interpersonal skills and a high proficiency of computer skills.
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- Ability to work under pressure and work collaboratively with others to meet timelines
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- High level of initiative and process thinking to ensure continuous improvement of processes.
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- Ability to respond and adapt to changing priorities, whilst maintaining a positive solution focused outlook.
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- Effective communication skills in order to speak with staff, students, parents, and visitors to the College
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- A capacity for tact and discretion and an ability to maintain confidentiality
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What we offer
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- Competitive salary range
- School Officer Level 3
- $34.19 to $35.64 (pending experience)
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- Superannuation of 12.75% contribution
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- Option for term-time staff to annualise salary
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- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
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- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
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- Access to Fitness Passport
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- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
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- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
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- Modern facilities and resources
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Mandatory Requirements
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- A current valid Blue Card under the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000 (WWC Act) and valid Suitability Notice is a requirement of the position.
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- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner.
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- Australian work rights
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How to Apply
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- Complete the application below
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- Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the Statement of Principles for employment in Catholic Schools
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- Upload a current resume and cover letter including contact details (phone and email) of three (3) professional referees
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- Please ensure files are in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx), PDF (.pdf) or photo (.jpg, .jpeg, .png) file formats.
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Further information
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- For a confidential conversation please contact Scott McSherry, Deputy Principal, St Patrick's College, Mackay, on 07 4994 8700.
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- For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services E
[email protected]
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- Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
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Applications Close: Friday, 20 November 2026.
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Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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