Professional Experience Officer

• Support early childhood, primary and secondary student placements
• Multiple appointments available | Fixed-term (2 years)
• Total remuneration package up to $87,290 per annum, including 17% super

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

The Professional Experience Officer in the Faculty of Education is primarily responsible for assisting students with the organisation of undergraduate professional experience opportunities. In this role, you will regularly engage with students, staff, placement providers and external organisations to support the effective delivery of the professional experience programs within the Faculty. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Manage inquiries and communications from various stakeholders effectively.
• Maintain and update information systems and databases crucial for program operations.
• Support data collection, collation and reporting requirements as directed. Prepare routine reports and distributing documentation to appropriate parties, both internal and external.
• Coordinate placement administration tasks and correspondence efficiently.
• Provide support and advice to staff, students and placement providers in respect to placement documentation and issue resolution. Liaise with schools and early childhood centres in regard to documentation, allocation and placement processes.

You will possess excellent communication skills, coupled with a knack for providing clear and helpful guidance in your previous experience. You thrive in dynamic team environments, and are adept at managing multiple tasks with precision and attention to detail. Additionally, you will have:

• Relevant qualification or experience supporting similar administrative processes within a sizable organisation.
• Exceptional organisational skills, capable of prioritising effectively while ensuring top-tier service delivery and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to communicate and engage with stakeholders, both individually and in group settings.
• Strong computing skills, including data entry experience. Experience in maintaining spreadsheets and electronic databases such as SONIA and CRM are desirable, but not essential.

We have four (4) full-time, fixed-term (2 years) positions available at either our Coffs Harbour, Gold Coast or Lismore campuses.

Based on a HEW 4 salary rate, the base salary ranges from $69,473- $74,607 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $87,290 per annum.

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Please note, applications that fail to clearly address the selection criteria in their cover letter will be deemed ineligible for consideration.

Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with unrestricted work rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, Thursday 6 June 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

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