Business Services Manager Connect

There are currently many experienced high-performing Business Services Managers (BSMs) who informally support other BSMs within their local clusters and districts, as well as through School Business Managers Association Qld Inc (SBMAQ) initiatives.

What is the BSM Connect Service?

BSM Connect will be a statewide support network of highly experienced and dedicated BSMs who provide just in time and just for me support and advice to BSMs/School Administrative Officers across the state.

BSM Connect will provide practical assistance in a confidential environment; and complement existing support systems for BSMs.

BSM Connect does not provide professional counselling, mediation or legal assistance nor is BSM Connect related to the recruitment and selection or the performance and review processes.

The team of BSMs, with their wide range of experience and skills will be known as BSM Connectors.

What is the role of a BSM Connector?

As a BSM Connector you will be contacted by other BSMs and school administration officers seeking support, guidance or assistance on matters relating to the responsibilities of BSMs.  You will also be part of a statewide network of BSM Connectors and receive training in Brisbane to assist you with your role.

Nomination and selection of BSM Connectors.

If you are interested in becoming a BSM Connector and currently hold a permanent BSM position, please read and accept the requirements of nomination as detailed on the nomination form. 

Next Steps and selection process

Complete the nomination form and forward copies to the address on the front of the form by Friday 14th August. (Note:  late nominations will not be accepted.)

August  A maximum of 60 nominations will be shortlisted and notified.

Interview date and time will be confirmed and interview questions sent to shortlisted applicants. (Note: it is anticipated that interviews will take no longer than 20 minutes and will be via teleconference.)

Aug/Sept        Telephone interviews will be conducted by panel members consisting of SBMAQ and Education Queensland representatives.

BSM Connectors will be selected from around the State to ensure accessibility through a representative sample across a wide range of contexts and locations.

Further Information

For further information please contact Sharon Abbott, President, School Business Managers' Association Qld on 3271 0774.

BSM Connect is informed by a number of reports and key documents including the DET Strategic Plan as well as the Queensland Public Service Commission's 'Leadership and Capability Framework' and is a joint initiative between SBMAQ and the Professional Development Unit