**Position Information**:
The NSW Department of Education serves the community by leading the provision of world-class education. The Department protects young children by regulating preschool and long day care providers. Once children move into school, we provide them with a world-class primary and secondary education. We also work to advance the wellbeing of Aboriginal people.
**About the Role**
The Business Manager 2 works with the school principal and school executive and is responsible for the efficient management of the school's business functions including administration, asset management, procurement, finance and work health and safety.
May be required to supervise and lead the school administrative team and supervise non-teaching staff. The role may lead or manage projects or business functions in collaboration with other school staff and additionally may be required to manage the work of contractors from time to time
**Essential Requirements**
- Working with Children Check Clearance
- Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal Education and Training policy.
**Selection Criteria**:
- Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake and manage financial and accounting functions including the use of computerised financial /administrative systems.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact with school staff, students and members of the school community.
**Special Notes**:
**About the NSW Department of Education**
**Additional Information**
Rutherford Public School is a large regional school located in the western suburbs of the Maitland LGA. With a current enrolment of over 990 students, the school serves a diverse and supportive community. The school underwent a major redevelopment in 2019/2020 and is a modern and well-resourced public school. There are currently thirty-six (36) mainstream classes, a regional opportunity class and five (5) special education classes.
**How to Apply**
If there are targeted questions, you must respond to these (maximum 300 words) and include in your covering letter.
**Targeted Question 1**
**Targeted Question 2**
2. How have you demonstrated expertise in managing complex budgets and using financial planning tools and software with in an educational or similar organisation ?