Location: Queensland Parliament, Brisbane
Type: Part-time (60% - 3 days per week)
Additional Hours: Required during parliamentary sitting weeks (approximately 16 weeks per year) The position is required to work for at least the duration of the sitting day which includes some overtime. Parliamentary sitting days are usually completed by 7.30 pm but may continue beyond that time. The occupant of the position is required to work for up to two hours after the completion of a sitting day on a rotational basis.
About your new team
The Parliamentary Reporting and Broadcasting Service (PRBS) is dedicated to supporting the Queensland Parliament, its Committees, and Members by providing accurate, timely, and accessible reports of parliamentary proceedings. We also broadcast these proceedings over the internet, ensuring transparency and public engagement.
Your new role

Key responsibilities will include:
Publishing and Support Services: Provide comprehensive services for producing and distributing reports on parliamentary proceedings, committees, and other events. This includes both hard copy and electronic formats.
Cost-Effective Procedures: Assist with the development and implementation of procedures to ensure the production and distribution of transcripts are cost-effective.
Audio-Visual Broadcasts: Assist in operating the console for the audio visual broadcast of the proceedings of the Legislative Assembly and Parliamentary Committees.
Report Preparation: Prepare, format, deliver, and publish reports of parliamentary proceedings and other events in both camera-ready and electronic formats.
Production Techniques: Assist with the continuing development of production techniques using various software packages to ensure the maintenance of product quality and continuing cost-effectiveness.
Editorial Corrections: Make approved editorial corrections to proof reports and format them for final publication and archiving.
Broadcast Operations: Assist in operating the console for audio-visual broadcasts of parliamentary proceedings.

What We Are Looking For:

• Demonstrated experience with desktop software packages such as Publisher, Excel, Word, Access, and Acrobat Exchange.
• Proficient in document conversion, character and image scanning, electronic messaging, information retrieval, and secure electronic archiving.
• Sound general knowledge, particularly of current affairs and the parliamentary process.
• Ability to work under pressure and effectively organise and prioritise work commitments to meet tight deadlines.

How to Apply
We encourage you to submit your application now via the Smart Jobs website. Applicants should provide a cover letter, current resume and a suitability statement addressing the selection criteria.
The statement of no more than 2 pages should describe your suitability for the position focussing on the experience, skills, knowledge and abilities detailed in the selection criteria section of the position description.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.