Principal Planning Officer - School Network Planning, Services Planning

Job Description

Education (Organisation site)Services and Infrastructure Planning Branch - Infrastructure Services Division The School Network Planning team within Services Planning, Infrastructure Services Division (ISD) is seeking a dynamic Principal Planning Officer to join a high-performing team. The Services Planning unit works closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify and prioritise school infrastructure to support enrolment growth over the short, medium and longer term within Queensland. The team facilitates the development of infrastructure programs to make sure we plan well for all of Queensland's communities. The School Network Planning team has a temporary full-time vacancy until 29th August 2025. Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Flexible full-time Occupational group: Classification Classification: AO7 Workplace Location: Job ad reference: QLD/CO619714/25T Closing date: 25-Feb-2025 Job duration: Until 29 August 2025 unless otherwise determined The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. The Opportunity: As a member of the Services Planning team you will: Support the prioritisation of infrastructure projects to support population growth with a focus on the expansion of existing schools. Prepare correspondence, reports, and briefings for senior internal and external stakeholders and governance bodies. Undertake detailed analysis of school and population growth trends and communicate outcomes from this analysis. Contribute to the development of business cases to support major infrastructure investments over the short, medium, and long term. Achieving success: The successful Principal Planning Officer will possess the following skills, experience, and personal attributes: Effective communication, consultation, and negotiation skills with a proven ability to meet client needs, represent the department and maintain mutually productive partnerships with stakeholders including local government, other state government agencies and other internal and external stakeholder groups. Demonstrated ability to work well in a high performing team and establish and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information to a range of different stakeholders including the use of data to support recommendations as required. Ability to manage competing priorities and objectives within tight timeframes. A positive and collaborative approach to complex issues and enjoys working as a team to develop solutions. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. More About Us: You will work for an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. We respect professionalism, embrace diversity and a balance between work and life commitments. You will be actively supported as an individual and will have access to a range of flexible work options, an employee assistance program and learning and development opportunities. How to Apply: Please attach the following: a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history). a maximum 1 page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role. When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions. #J-18808-Ljbffr