Position Number: 0064963
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Faculty: Business and Economics
Salary: UoM 6 $96,459 - $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Support the seamless administration of teaching and learning activities across a diverse range of academic programs, ensuring efficient coordination and continuous improvement in all aspects of academic operations.
- Join a dynamic and collaborative environment, and contribute to the enhancement of educational services while working closely with a dedicated team of academic and professional staff.
- Enjoy a benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2, 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.
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The Department of Accounting is seeking a highly organised and proactive Teaching and Academic Resources Officer to support the administration of teaching and learning across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and executive programmes. This pivotal role encompasses curriculum management, timetabling, staffing coordination, and the administration of subject assessments. With a strong focus on streamlining processes and driving continuous improvement, you will collaborate closely with academic and professional staff to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery. Expertise in academic administration, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement will contribute to the effective management of teaching operations, ensuring a seamless experience for staff and students alike.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting academic operations by coordinating teaching period preparations, managing timetabling and enrolments, facilitating staffing and onboarding processes, and overseeing assessment administration, including examinations and results processing.
- Enhancing administrative efficiency by evaluating and streamlining processes, implementing innovative solutions, and contributing to continuous improvements that optimise service delivery and reduce administrative burden.
- Facilitating stakeholder engagement by liaising with academic and professional staff, providing clear guidance on teaching and assessment requirements, responding to queries from staff and students, and ensuring effective communication across teams.
- Contributing to departmental initiatives by assisting with event planning and execution, supporting shared services projects, mentoring junior team members, and collaborating on faculty-wide administrative improvements.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a highly organised and proactive professional with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering exceptional service. Thriving in a fast-paced environment, you demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities with composure, exercising sound judgement and initiative to navigate complex administrative processes. Your strong interpersonal and communication skills enable you to build positive relationships with colleagues, academics, and stakeholders, driving collaboration and ensuring clarity in all interactions. Adaptable and solutions-focused, you approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, continuously seeking opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline operations. A team player at heart, you are equally confident working independently, demonstrating resilience, discretion, and a commitment to excellence in all that you do
You may also:
- Possess a degree in a relevant discipline alongside substantial experience in an academic environment, or an equivalent combination of education and professional expertise.
- Demonstrate strong organisational and administrative capabilities, with the ability to manage competing deadlines, monitor processes, and ensure accurate and timely service delivery.
- Bring experience in academic administration, including enrolments, timetabling, assessment coordination, and staffing processes, with a proactive approach to improving operational efficiency.
- Exhibit high-level proficiency in communication and stakeholder engagement, with the ability to interpret policies, provide clear guidance, and collaborate effectively across academic and professional teams.
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:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your new team – The Faculty of Business and Economics
The Faculty of Business and Economics at the University of Melbourne has been preparing students for exciting and challenging careers in industry since 1924. We have developed an outstanding reputation, locally and internationally, for the quality of our teaching and research. The Faculty has an active board of business leaders, government representatives and community leaders who contribute to the implementation of our vision.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.
Working at the University – what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra Newton via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
