Executive Officer, Academic Operations - Learning and Teaching

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Work type:Full time
Location:Launceston
Categories:Administration, Student Services, Teaching Support

Executive Officer, Academic Operations - Learning and Teaching 

• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Ensure optimal outcomes and the best possible student experience
• Full time fixed term position for 12 months based in Launceston - Other campus locations (Hobart or Burnie) may be considered, by request, for a highly suitable candidate

About the opportunity

The Executive Officer Academic Operations – Learning and Teaching works under the broad direction of the School Business Manager and the Associate Heads Learning & Teaching to advise on and guide the preparation and delivery of learning and teaching (L&T) within the School of Nursing.

The role is responsible for supporting development, review and delivery of the School’s programs and business plans in alignment with College of Health & Medicine (CoHM) and University strategy and goals. Drawing on a sound understanding of L&T systems, policies and procedures the incumbent is also required to provide high level analysis and reporting, advice and solutions to ensure the quality of output and efficiency of processes is maintained and where possible, improved.

What you’ll do:

• Provide high level advice and guidance and make recommendations to the Associate Heads – Learning & Teaching and the Business Manager in relation to university compliance, policies, quality assurance and process improvement on a wide range of operational L&T activities.
• Working under broad direction, provide effective and efficient support of all aspects of the learning and teaching cycle activities.
• Provide advice and executive support to the Associate Heads, Learning and Teaching including interpreting and monitoring the implementation of existing University and College rules and procedures.
• Working closely with relevant academic staff and central Academic Scheduling oversee the management and successful implementation of the Tasmanian School of Nursing annual timetabling cycle, including scheduling and allocation of on campus, face to face activities.
• Work with key stakeholders to review and enhance policy, guidelines and procedures to ensure a seamless and connected delivery of services to students and staff.­

What we’re looking for:

• A relevant degree or post graduate qualification with subsequent relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, work co-operatively and influence in a complex environment.  Experience managing staff delivering complex administrative and technical functions.
• Demonstrated ability to understand organisational priorities, collaborate and provide leadership, and exercise sound judgement in the development and delivery of operational plans, policies and procedures.
• Extensive administrative experience in a University setting or equivalent experience in a complex organisation.
• Highly developed organisational skills and a demonstrated capacity to act independently within established guidelines to undertake complex tasks and make decisions that require a high level of resolution and application of sound judgement.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 7 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $123,548 comprising base salary within the range of $96,071 to $105,597 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the success criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Anthony McHugh, Business Manager - School of Nursing, [email protected] or 03 6226 2542.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 499715 - Executive Officer, Academic Operations - Learning and Teaching.pdf

Applications close Tuesday, 5 March 2024, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.

Advertised:20 Feb 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close:05 Mar 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time