Job no:517002
Work type:full time
Location:Geraldton
Categories:Administration & Executive support
Academic Services Officer
UWA Medical School
Rural Clinical School of WA (RCSWA)
- Based in Geraldton in regional Western Australia
- Level 5, full-time appointment on a seven-month fixed term basis
- Base salary range: $76,422 – $84,705 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation
- Geraldton District allowance is applicable while residing in Geraldton
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
About the team
The team is responsible for providing academic administration and support services to a wide range of clients including Heads of School, academic staff and students across the School. The team is committed to providing a quality outcome with a focus on continuous improvement.
The Rural Clinical School of Western Australia is a unit within the Medical School which provides rural clinical training for WA medical students. The RCSWA spans a breadth of some 3,500kms across multiple sites in WA order to provide a positive rural educational experience, increase the quantity and quality of the rural workforce and in turn improve health outcomes in rural and remote Australia.
About the opportunity
As the appointee you will, under limited direction, provide a high level of administrative and secretarial support to the office and take a responsible role in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of the office systems and policies and procedures to ensure its efficient operation
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency
- Substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level
- Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email
- Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION [Academic Services Officer] - Position Number [303438].pdf
You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 2 May 2024
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Rhonda Worthington on (08) 6488 3131 or at [email protected]
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
Application Details : Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
- We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
- We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.
Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.
Advertised:18 Apr 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:02 May 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time