The department is committed to keeping Queensland communities safe, supporting victims and actively tackling the complex causes of youth crime and targeting serious repeat offenders. We do this by providing early intervention, statutory Youth Justice, and detention services to ensure that young people are held accountable for their offending behaviour. We help support them to become responsible members of the community. zThe role of Senior Administration Officer is to coordinate the administration team and provide effective, high quality financial, human resource and business support to Youth Justice.More information about Youth Justice is available from www.youthjustice.qld.gov.au.As The Senior Administration Officer, You Will SpecificallyProvide timely, high-quality advice and support on the management of assets, facilities, financial and human resources, performance reporting and business systems.Supervise the administrative team and provide training, assistance, support and mentoring to administrative staff.Ensure compliance with relevant human resource, financial management and other standards, policies, and legislation relevant to the operations of the department.Develop, implement, and maintain effective administrative systems and processes including systems relating to the management of accommodation and assets, financial and human resources, performance reporting and business processes.Liaise with internal and external clients and stakeholders in relation to relevant inquiries.Participate productively and collaboratively as a member of a team in delivering support and services to clients.Allocate, prioritise, and perform tasks in accordance with departmental procedures and financial and administrative delegations.Participate as a member of the management team and contribute to strategic and operational planning, reviews, and key decision-making.What We Are Looking ForLeads change in complex environments - Embraces change and leads with focus and optimism in an environment of complexity and ambiguity.Makes insightful decisions - Makes considered, ethical and courageous decisions based on insight into the broader context.Drives accountability and outcomes - Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence, and transparency.Develops and mobilises talent - Strengthens and mobilises the unique talents and capabilities of the workforce.Demonstrates sound governance - Maintains a high standard of practice through governance and risk management.Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces - Fosters an inclusive workplace where health, safety and wellbeing is promoted and prioritised.Mandatory RequirementsCitizenship/visa: to be employed in a position, you must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia.Drivers' license: it is a mandatory requirement for the occupant of this position to hold an unrestricted driver's licence or be prepared to obtain a manual licence if they do not. Officers are required to drive government vehicles as a part of their day-today work.This role provides support services to children and young people and therefore will require a valid Blue Card with the organisation. Please refer to the Blue Card Services website (http://www.bluecard.qld.gov.au/) for further information.Travel away from centre: while the position is based in Rockhampton, travel to regional centres and other offices may be required from time to time. This may include overnight stays. Applications to remain current for 12 months. Occupational group Administration