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James O'Connor has extensive work experience in various roles within different organizations. James started their career as an Administration Manager at Mt Maria College in 1998 and remained in that role until 2005. James then moved on to St Columbans College, where they served as a Business Manager from 2005 to 2010. During their time at St Columbans College, James was responsible for financial, human resource, facilities, and workplace health & safety management. James also played a key role in developing and implementing the school's strategic plan and helped establish an old boys association.

In 2010, James joined the Archdiocese of Brisbane, initially as a Finance Manager. In this role, they assisted the Archdiocesan Financial Administrator, managed budgets, and served as an executive officer to several Archdiocesan committees. In 2014, they were promoted to the position of Director, Clergy Office, where they currently hold the position.

James O'Connor earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a field of study in Business Administration and Management, General from the Australian Catholic University in 2011-2012. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Business (B.Bus) with a field of study in Management from QUT (Queensland University of Technology) between 1988 and 1996. James'searlier education includes attending St Laurence's College from 1980 to 1987, with no specific degree or field of study mentioned.