Senior Officer, Admissions

• Full time, Continuing position
• Campus independent - Can be based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) or Victorian regional campuses.
• HEO5 Position

About the position

The Senior Officer, who reports to the Manager for Admissions, is responsible for  the implementation and execution of administrative processes that support the admissions of the University. The team manage the entire admissions process for new students from application submission through to final offer (including advanced standing decisions). In order to guarantee a uniform approach to customer service delivery and consistent implementation of transactional operations and related procedures, this function will collaborate closely with peers and across teams. This involves handling a high volume of demanding admissions tasks, reporting, quality control, ongoing development, and cooperative knowledge-sharing procedures. 

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, follow established procedures with limited supervision and contribute positively to an effective team.
• High level proficiency in computer software packages including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail, and the use of the internet as a research tool.
• Ability to innovate and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated customer service focus and solution orientated approach.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Welcome Video - Victorian Regional campuses – See link below;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-NZBy693Go

Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Monday the 19th of February 2024 

Position Enquiries: Carol Nahal [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker [email protected]

Position Description below:

 Senior Officer, Admissions PD.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position (Max 2 pages) and;
• An up to date resume;

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. 

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.