This is a permanent full‐time position commencing Term 3, 2026. Are you an experienced and dynamic professional ready to take on a leadership role in a vibrant school community? Albany Senior High School (SHS) is looking for a Manager Corporate Services (MCS) to oversee day‐to‐day operations of our school's financial, human, and physical resources. This is a full‐time, Level 5 Public Service position, commencing July 2026.
Albany SHS is a distinguished Independent Public School with a long‐standing tradition of academic achievement, sporting excellence, and leadership development. As a key institution in the Albany community, we are committed to providing a nurturing and dynamic educational environment for students in Years 7‐12. In 2022, Albany SHS was selected to join a group of Public Schools offering a Gifted and Talented program.
Our core values of respect, responsibility and resilience guide everything we do. We foster a vibrant and innovative learning environment where students and staff are encouraged to embrace opportunities, strive for excellence, and celebrate success.
The Role
As MCS, you'll work closely with the Principal and Executive Leadership Team to support the strategic direction of the school. You will lead critical business functions and help ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Key Areas of Responsibility
* Human Resources: Lead and manage all school support staff, including recruitment, induction, performance development, and workforce planning. Your leadership will empower teams to align with the school's strategic goals.
* Financial Management: Oversee financial planning, budgeting, procurement, and reporting. You should ensure financial operations are compliant, transparent, and strategically sound.
* Resource & Asset Management: Manage the school's physical resources, from facilities to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) systems.
* Operational Leadership: Help lead the school's operations and governance, with a focus on compliance, office administration systems, facilities, and workforce development.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with staff, committees, and external partners to support the delivery of strategic objectives.
About You
We are seeking someone who brings professional expertise and a proactive, solutions‐focused mindset. You should be confident leading teams, undertaking monetary and fiscal responsibilities, and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Leadership Experience: Established competence in leading human resource and financial functions within a school setting, and the confidence to manage staff and operations effectively.
* Financial Skills: Ability to monitor budgets, develop plans and support high‐level financial decisions.
* Strategic Thinking: Desire to contribute to the long‐term success of the school through thoughtful planning and active participation in key initiatives.
* Relationship Building: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, parents, and the broader community.
* Technical Know‐How: Understanding of school network and operating systems including Kaartdijin/Compass, SIS, RM Finance, HRMIS, IKON, and RAMS.
* Work, Health & Safety: Knowledge of WHS policies and practices.
Equity and Diversity
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility
* Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
* Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start.
* Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education's Screening Unit before you start.
Application Instructions
Apply online in two steps:
* Step 1: Select "Apply for Job" and complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work‐related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.
* Step 2: Attach your documents – a CV of up to four (4) pages and a four‐page statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the Job Description Form.
Applications must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close: 4:30 pm (AWST) on Friday, 8 May 2026.
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