• Be a key contributor to UWA's school operations, supporting academic excellence and streamlined administration.
• Lead a great team that provides crucial support during peak periods and staff absences.
• Full-time appointment on a permanent/ongoing basis.
• Commencing base salary: $91,833 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area
College Services provides academic administration and technical support to UWA’s schools, including support for Heads of School, academic staff, and research students. Our team is dedicated to effective service delivery in alignment with UWA's strategic objectives, prioritising continuous improvement and best practices. The Schools Operations team specifically supports academic operations and general administration across UWA’s schools.

About the opportunity

• Lead and supervise the Agile Support team to deliver high-quality administrative support for UWA schools, addressing peak periods and covering staff absences.
• Collaborate with various teams to provide responsive, flexible support that meets evolving school operational needs.
• Drive continuous improvement within school administration, ensuring effective and efficient service delivery.

About you

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Extensive experience in senior administration, with the ability to address complex enquiries and provide sound advice, interpreting policy, and providing reliable solutions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the capability to supervise, train, and develop a small team.
• Demonstrated organisational abilities, with proven skills in prioritisation and deadline management.
• Proficient in a range of computing skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and email.

Position description:  Senior School Operations Officer (Agile Support Team) (518560).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Kate Sandy at kate.sandy@uwa.edu.au. 

How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 12 November 2024.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University
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, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

For queries, contact the person named in the ad or the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au, including the 6-digit job reference number for a quicker response.