• Provide operational excellence to the School of Humanities and the School of Social Sciences.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Part-time (0.5FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

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

• You will be responsible for a broad range of administrative tasks that support the operations and programs of one or more schools.
• The role involves working closely with various teams to ensure effective and high-quality service delivery.
• You are expected to respond to evolving demands, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness in your work.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Substantial relevant administrative experience at an appropriate level.
• Proficiency in a range of computing skills including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet and email.
• Highly developed organisational skills and demonstrated ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to providing a high level of quality customer service.

Position description:  School Operations Officer - 821171.docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Linda Mowat at linda.mowat@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, 29 July 2025.

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.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.