Address- Full time, fixed term until Dec 2024
- Provides admissions support to the Faculty of Medicine and Health relevant to university policies and processes
- Base Salary starting at $95,860 + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
The Faculty of Medicine and Health brings together the areas of dentistry, medicine, medical sciences, nursing, pharmacy, health sciences and public health to facilitate a multidisciplinary approach to solving modern day healthcare problems. By integrating the best minds and resources the Faculty of Medicine and Health is designed to harness collaboration and translate research into education and clinical practice.
The Admissions Officer supports admissions for faculty courses that sit outside the normal University admissions processes. The Admissions Officer is tasked with providing administrative support and making appropriate decisions relevant to university policy and procedure.
There is a requirement for this position to be on site a minimum of 3 days a week. Hybrid working options will be decided with your manager if you are successful in this position.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- manage administrative procedures used to implement the admissions process of multidisciplinary programs within the Faculty of Medicine and Health
- provide detailed admission information, advice and guidance to prospective students, colleagues, and the general public
- oversee data entry and file management to ensure accurate record keeping
- maintain local admission databases and generate reports and statistics
- secretary to the Admissions Committee, including arranging meetings, the correspondence associated with meetings, taking meeting minutes, following up actions
- hosting zoom meetings or online interviews with breakout rooms as required
- liaise with institutions or individuals to obtain and verify information and documents supplied by applicants
- interpret, and implement Faculty and University policies and procedures around Admissions
- manage and administer interviews and assist with application rankings.
About you
- has previous University, institution and education sector admission support experience
- has superior computer skills, including database maintenance, Microsoft Office Suit (adept Excel skills) and high level of experience hosting zoom meetings with breakout rooms
- strong understanding of University process, policy and guidelines
- robust conflict management skills with the ability to manage complex correspondence in a highly policy driven environment
- has experience with University online application system i.e. Sydney Student
- excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) together with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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