Senior Teaching And Learning Support Officer

Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We are a dynamic and innovative university, ranked by QS Top 50 Under 50 rankings as Australia's top young university, and located centrally in one of the world's most liveable cities. With a culturally diverse campus life and extensive international exchange and research programs, UTS prepares graduates for the workplaces of today and tomorrow.  

About the Role 

The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) provides high quality, innovative programs of Teaching and Learning, research and consulting in the fields of communication, education and international studies, using a strong practice orientation with a focus on technology, creativity and internationalism. FASS are currently recruiting for a Senior Teaching and Learning Support Officer to join the School of Communication on a full-time, continuing basis.

The Senior Teaching and Learning Support Officer provides high-level administrative support to the school in relation to Teaching and Learning. The incumbent will support the Teaching and Learning Support Team Leader in the development and achievement of strategic and operational goals of the faculty in relation to Teaching and Learning administration.

If successful in applying for this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Performing Teaching and Learning tasks including processing assessment and exam results, recognition of prior learning, processing applications and admissions, exchanges, concurrent study applications and course transfers
• Providing secretariat support to and participate in relevant committees, including grade moderation meetings, results ratification and appeals committees 
• Providing timetable/subject delivery data to, and communicating with, the central UTS timetabling staff
• Creating and maintaining subject/course information for future and current students, including information related to subject outlines and website maintenance

With examples, please outline in a separate document how you meet the following five (5) key selection criteria points:

1. Commitment to excellent customer service in the provision of support to school and faculty staff
2. Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines as well as the ability to prioritise workload and work independently
3. Understanding of the Teaching and Learning function within the Faculty and the wider university, including knowledge of appropriate policies and governance procedures 
4. Well-developed competency using various computer applications, including Microsoft Office, CASS, CIS and other relevant programs, or ability to develop competency quickly
5. Prior experience in Teaching and Learning or similar role and experience with interpreting and applying academic and administrative policies

Remuneration & Benefits

Base Salary Range: $91,254 to $98,805 pa (HEW 6) 

This role attracts 17% superannuation (pension) in addition to the base salary. 

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, child care centres, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis. 

How to Apply

Please click the Apply link to be taken to the UTS website.  Here you can download:

• full details of the application process;
• a copy of the position statement; and
• information on remuneration, benefits, terms and conditions

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC266344 and your name. 

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Amelia Costain in the UTS Recruitment Team via ***********@uts.edu.au. 

Closing Date: 16th January 2023 at 11:59pm (AEST) 

Interviews will take place one week after the closing date.  

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Accessibility

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In addition, if you have a disability that requires adjustment to the recruitment process or an alternative application pathway please contact ***********@uts.edu.au for assistance. 

UTS is recognised widely as supporting inclusivity and diversity through our Wingara Indigenous Employment Strategy, Social Impact Framework and UTS Access and Inclusion Plan. Cited as a WGEA Employer of Choice since the inception of the award, we were among the first Australian institutions to receive the Athena SWAN Bronze Accreditation for our commitment to action addressing gender equity in the STEMM disciplines.

We welcome applications from women, Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those who identify as LGBTIQ and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.