Business Manager - Northeastern United States - Schools (Government)

Description

Role

Attendance during school holidays is a requirement of this role.

A Business Manager role will usually undertake tasks that impact on the whole school. The role seeks to gain cooperation of other staff members or members of the school community to achieve specific objectives, such as in school administration, finance or human resources.

Direction on targets and goals is provided but the position will have some degree of latitude in determining how they are achieved. This latitude will generally be limited by standard procedures and school policy. Deviation from standard procedures and school policy will require guidance and direction from senior management.

Management of staff to achieve the expected outcomes is a key responsibility. Staff management issues will be resolved with minimal reference to senior management, although guidance will be required in more complex cases. Senior management will be provided with timely reports and advice in matters relating to the school finance, human resources or school administration.

Responsibilities

Finance

General Administration

Human Resources

Support School Council

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms – gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see ).

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants can contact Brett West, Yamatji man, in the Koorie Outcomes Division to talk about the recruitment process, the Department and supports for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in the Department. Mobile: or email on:

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the Department's exemplar available at

DE Values

The Department's employees commit to upholding DET's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. DET's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the DET values is available at

Conditions of Employment

Location Profile

Kyneton is an historic town with a population of approximately 7000, situated on the Calder Highway 85 km north west of Melbourne. It is rapidly growing with families moving into the town from metropolitan areas to enjoy a lifestyle choice that enables them to take advantage of a rural setting close to urban work options. The town has an effective rail centre with a fast-rail service that enables people to commute to Melbourne or Bendigo on a daily basis.

Kyneton High School is over 100 years old and has a proud tradition of providing a broad range of excellent educational opportunities in a safe, inclusive and friendly environment. Our vision is for Kyneton High School to be the school of choice for parents and students across the district. The first stage of a significant program of building works has been completed, providing a new Training and Innovation Hub and modern refurbished classrooms. A second stage of major building works commenced in 2022.

Our school has a population of around 580 students and features a very strong community focus. Kyneton High School provides a comprehensive enrichment program with students having the opportunity to participate in a wide range of co-curricular activities. As the provider of state secondary education in Kyneton, the school is open to all learners and proud of its diversity. Kyneton High School is seeking passionate, committed staff who want to be part of an exciting and challenging school improvement journey.