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Benefits

  • Flexible working options considered.
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
  • 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
  • 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
  • Salary packaging options.
  • 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
  • 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
  • Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

School Operations Officer (523113)

Job no: 523113
Work type: Part Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Student Administration / Support Services

  • Be part of a collaborative, service‑focused team within College Services. 

  • Support a broad range of administrative and operational functions within a University School, including teaching, research and community engagement activities. 

  • Part-time (0.4 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until May 2027. 

  • Base salary range: $83,212 – $92,231p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation. 

About the area 

College Services provides high-quality academic administration and technical support to the University’s Schools. The Schools Operations team works in close partnership with Heads of School, academic staff and research students to deliver consistent, customer-focused services that support teaching, research and engagement activities. The team is committed to continuous improvement, collaboration and best practice in academic administration. 

 About the opportunity 

  • Provide a wide range of administrative and operational support to a School, supporting both teaching and research priorities. 

  • Work collaboratively across Schools Operations and with other professional and academic teams to deliver high-quality services. 

  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by reviewing processes, suggesting efficiencies and implementing best‑practice workflows. 

About you 

  • You have substantial relevant administrative experience, ideally within a complex, service-oriented environment. 

  • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and can respond to complex enquiries with judgement and initiative. 

  • You are highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment. 

  • You are confident using a range of computer systems and applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases and online platforms. 

  • You are a proactive team member with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality customer service. 

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.  

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Giovanna Biagioni at giovanna.biagioni@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 Friday, 1 May 2026 

This position is only open to Current UWA staff.  

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels. 

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.  

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. 

 

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Applications close: W. Australia Standard Time

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