Senior School Operations Officer

• An exciting opportunity for a skilled administrator to provide senior operational support to the School of Biological Sciences and the School of Earth Sciences.
• Level 6, full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $87,460 – $92,430 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.About the team
College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The team is committed to providing effective and efficient services in support of the Schools’ and
University’s strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice. The Schools Operations team provides academic support services and general administrative support to the University’s Schools.About the opportunity
As the appointee you will, under general direction, provide senior administrative support to the schools working with the Senior Coordinator (School Operations) and Heads of School, to ensure efficient and effective school operation and use expertise to recommend and implement procedures that support the academic and outreach functions of the Schools.About you
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent competency.
• Substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• Highly developed ability to carry out research and write reports.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, and email.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing a high level of quality customer service.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: .You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit .You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 14 April 2024.To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Emma Piggott on (08) 6488 2513 or atThis position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

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