This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About the Department
Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.
Your Responsibilities
As the Principal Human Resources Consultant, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
* Lead, plan and monitor the work of project and operational teams supporting schools to achieve organisational goals through effective workforce planning and resource management.
* Contribute strategically as a key member of the regional and HR senior leadership teams, influencing and managing change through robust relational and consultative leadership.
* Establish and maintain effective partnerships with internal stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high-quality HR services and a strong customer-centric culture.
* Review and enhance HR processes, programs and service delivery models, driving continuous improvement and alignment with best-practice human resource management.
* Develop and implement innovative workforce planning solutions that enable schools to respond to evolving student, staff and community needs.
* Identify and address emerging HR policy and workforce issues, ensuring advice and strategies are evidence-based and aligned with departmental objectives.
* Provide expert mentoring and guidance to HR Business Partners, supporting schools in managing performance, complaints, grievances and alternative conflict resolution processes.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
* Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) outlining your experience in providing both operational and strategic human resource services, demonstrating your leadership and team management capabilities.
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.