Role type:
Full Time (1.0 FTE); Continuing
Faculty:
Faculty of Science
Department
/ School:
School of Geography,
Earth
and Atmospheric Sciences
Salary:
UOM 5:
$86,943 - $99,864
p.a. plus 17% super
Central academic support role embedding quality and consistency across schools,
f
aculty
teams
and student events
.
Apply now to deliver reliable academic support, streamline subject
administration
and enhance student progression across the
school
.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the **** Enterprise Agreement clause ****** & ********, the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs, and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to Fixed-Term or Casual employment. As part of this shared
objective
, all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to
allow for
current staff at the University to apply and be considered - ahead of external recruitment.
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to
benefit
society through the transformative impact of education and research.
Discover more via our website.
Your next career opportunity
You will deliver
high
‐
quality
administrative support for academic programmes, advising staff and students on progression and policy while coordinating subject operations,
assessments
and LMS activity. You will develop practical
expertise
in governance processes, committee
support
and student casework, working collaboratively across schools and Faculty professional teams to improve student experience.
What you will deliver:
Course and Subject Administration: Coordinate timetabling, curriculum changes, exam
logistics
, handbook
updates
and routine
End
‐
of
‐
Subject
survey administration.
Student Case Management and Academic Integrity: Support Special Consideration, results
amendments
and academic misconduct processes, preparing
accurate
documentation and escalating complex matters.
Assessment, Results and Digital Operations: Process results and reassessments,
maintain
data integrity and use enterprise and LMS tools to produce routine reports and enable efficient workflows.
Committee and Event Support: Provide committee administration (agendas, minutes), support School teaching activities and
facilitate
student engagement events such as orientation and Open Day.
Continuous Improvement and Policy Advice: Provide consistent,
policy
‐
aligned
guidance to staff and students and contribute to process improvements and quality assurance.
You may be a outstanding fit
if
:




You have a degree with
subsequent
relevant experience
, or an equivalent combination of education,
training
and experience.
You are a clear communicator who prepares
accurate
documentation and liaises confidently with academic and central teams.
You
possess
practical experience with LMS and enterprise systems to support subject administration and reporting.
You have experience coordinating assessment workflows, results
processing
and Special Consideration administration.
You are comfortable supporting committees, taking minutes and following up on actions.
You are adaptable,
service
‐
oriented
and committed to inclusive student support.
For further
information
please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team –
The
School of Geography,
Earth
and Atmospheric Sciences
The School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences was formally
established
in ****, following the merger of the Schools of Geography and Earth Sciences. The new School synergises discipline strengths in geography, atmospheric
science
and geoscience. The
School
offers undergraduate and graduate research programs in these core discipline areas, and in the multi-disciplinary fields of Climate Change, Environmental Science and Archaeological Science. The research within the
School
is built upon extensive
expertise
in geography,
geoscience
and atmospheric science,



ranging from the social sciences through to the quantitative physical sciences. In addition to internationally recognised discipline
expertise
, we have strengths in
a number of
multi-disciplinary areas including climate change; resource futures; space,
place
and social change; environmental hazards; Indigenous knowledge; and Earth system interactions. With strengths in both the spatial (local to global) and temporal (deep time as well as recent) dimensions of environmental change, the
School
is committed to achieving a better future for our students,
society
and the environment.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe
organisation
. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're
committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process
.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians.
Visit
our
Indigenous staff page
to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at
******
.
Application essentials:
Visit
"apply with us"
to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check is
for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.
Want to know more?
For queries related to this specific position, contact
Joey Black at
******
For questions related to our recruitment process email
Oliver Bukasa
at
******
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on *************** or at
******
(subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
Apply
today, and
join a community
that's
shaping the future.
Applications close:
10
May ****
at
11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description:
JR-****** - Academic Support Officer - PD.docx
JR-****** - Academic Support Officer - PD.pdf

📌 Academic Support Officer (Australia)
🏢 University of Melbourne Employees, Location, Alumni
📍 Australia