<p><strong>Location:</strong> Wanniassa, ACT&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong> Part-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$75,168 plus superannuation [paid pro rata for part-time appointments]&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong>&nbsp;11.55 pm, Monday 20 May 2024&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About Us&nbsp;</strong><br>Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.&nbsp;</p><p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About St Mary MacKillop College&nbsp;</strong><br>St Mary MacKillop College (SMMC) is a Catholic co-educational secondary College operating within the Catholic Education (Canberra &amp; Goulburn) system and is located on two campuses in the Tuggeranong valley. The Padua junior campus (years 7 to 9) is located in Wanniassa, and the St Peter’s senior campus (years 10 to 12) is located 5 km away in Isabella. SMMC has a total of around 2,050 students, and around 220 staff across both campuses.</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><br>The Reception and Administration Officer position is based at the Padua campus at Wanniassa.</p><p>The Reception and Administration Officer position is a vital support role within the College and its dual campus community. The Reception and Administration Officer is primarily responsible for the reception of visitors to the junior campus, phone reception duties, and whole of College responsibilities for administration.</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the School reception and the Wanniassa campus switch board</li><li>Build positive relationships with families providing them with information relating to the College.</li><li>Able to exhibit and exercise empathy and understanding for the experience of a parent or carer.</li><li>Manage the booking and administration of bus, coach and other transport and travel requirements for staff and students.</li><li>Liaise with teaching staff where excursions involve the arrangement of transport, and facilities bookings.</li><li>Provide support when needed to the Accounts staff, Fees Manager, and Enrolments Officer.</li><li>Assist in the preparation of college communication to families for mailing.</li><li>Assist with the collection, security, banking and administration of cash and financial instruments received.</li><li>Apply discreet and diplomatic handling of all sensitive and confidential matters.</li><li>Undertake document and records management activities</li></ul><p><strong>Essential Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) Registration – ACT is a mandatory requirement.</li><li>Certificate or Diploma in or studying towards a business-related discipline would be highly regarded but is not essential. SMMC values the ongoing professional development of all its staff and can provide some assistance to motivated individuals in achieving their study and professional development objectives.</li><li>Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Windows desktop computing environment, including the Microsoft Office suite as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook; database software applications; competent keyboard and typing skills and a demonstrated ability to adapt to the use of new software packages.</li><li>The ability to prioritise tasks, manage time, plan, and organise one's own work to ensure deadlines are met.</li><li>The ability to exercise sound judgement, decision making and initiative.</li><li>A passion and aptitude for information precision and attention to detail.</li><li>Proven ability to work cooperatively within a team environment and to also be self-directed and work autonomously without supervision.</li><li>A strong professional client focus and a demonstrated commitment to client service.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.</p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mackillop.act.edu.au/index.php">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact <strong>Steve Wilde</strong>&nbsp;on&nbsp;02 6209 0100 or via email <a href="mailto:steve.wilde@mackillop.act.edu.au">steve.wilde@mackillop.act.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the <strong>Recruitment team</strong> on 02 6218 0007 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503181/reception-officer-st-mary-mackillop-college-wanniassa-act">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>