Business Support Officer

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

As the Business Support Officer, you will contribute to the effective and efficient operations of Griffith Accommodation and provide high level support to the Accommodation Manager.  You will be a member of the Griffith Accommodation team which provides services to current  and potential residential students. You are required to be flexible with working hours and to work out of normal office hours on some occasions. You will:

• Provide general administration support to the Accommodation Manager including research, analysis and response on project tasks and collating reports relevant to Griffith Accommodation.
• Effectively manage administrative elements such as incident reporting, statistics, procedures, business documentation, marketing material, website accuracy and coordinate meetings.
• Support the Operations Coordinator in managing the WHS, compliance and legislative requirements of Griffith Accommodation including inspections, process improvement, procedure updates, training & development activities, record keeping and reporting.
• Provide operational support to the Residential Life Coordinator and Operations Coordinator as and when required.
• Under general direction, manage the day-to-day business functionality of Starrez  & Sharepoint systems as well as provide project management support to the Operations Coordinator in regards to system updates and change functionality within the systems.
• As directed by the Manager, Griffith Accommodation, the position may be required to take on other responsibilities, commensurate with the expectations of a role at this level, which contribute to the overall objectives of the work unit.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and procedures, including equity and health & safety and exhibit good practice in relation to same.
• Be a leading example of the principles and values embodied in the University’s Code of Conduct, and behave, act and communicate at all times to reflect fairness, ethics and professionalism.

This is a full time, continuing position based at the Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary range
The full-time base salary for HEW Level 5 position is in the range of $76236.88- $85525.00 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total FTE package is in the range $89,197 - $100,064 per annum.

What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future.

You will also have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or an equivalent combination of relevant training, qualifications and experience.
• Be eligible for, or hold a Blue Card.

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the Position Description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further Information
For further information about this role, please contact Scott Musgrove, Manager, Griffith Accommodation on **********@griffith.edu.au

For further application and recruitment advice, please contact Esra Vollenhoven on *************@griffith.edu.au  

For application support, please contact People Services on  373 54011  and quote reference number REF4808N

Closing date: Sunday 14th April 2024, 11.59PM AEST. All applications must be submitted online.