Job title: Admissions and Selection Officer (ABP & FEIT)
Company: The University of Melbourne
Job description:
- Coordinate admissions and selection processes for complex graduate and undergraduate programs, ensuring exceptional service and streamlined operations.
- Play a pivotal role in shaping student journeys through efficient admissions and expert advice.
- Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Admissions and Selection Officer plays a key role in managing the admissions process for graduate coursework and complex undergraduate programs within the Future Students team. This role ensures exceptional customer service and expert support for prospective students, selection committees, and academic staff, contributing to streamlined processes and efficient outcomes. By fostering strong working relationships and continuously improving systems, the role supports recruitment targets and enhances the student admissions experience.Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide support to the Admissions and Selection Manager on the admissions plan for each Division and undertake ongoing review and monitoring against plan to meet KPI’s.
- Support and provide advice on admissions and selection processes and support the course selection committees.
- Accurate processing, assessment and selection of course and scholarship applications within agreed timelines, in accordance with agreed criteria.
- Work closely with colleagues, including the Future Students Hub Admissions team, to ensure the fastest possible application turn-around time.
Who We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate combines exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to excellent client service with strong teamwork and relationship-building abilities. They possess excellent communication skills, a flexible approach to problem-solving, and a focus on continuous improvement.You will also have:
- A relevant degree and/or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training;
- Demonstrated high level of administration skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent computer skills, particularly in databases and the suite of Microsoft applications.
- Demonstrate COO Portfolio values by acting in the best interest of your employer; displaying service excellence by striving to deliver beyond expectations and taking ownership of the delivery; and value working collaboratively, connecting with people and building relationships in your workplace.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn’t have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.Your New Team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out page!About the University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via and stay connected with our stories and people on .Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit page.We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled “Reasonable Adjustments Request”.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit –Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.Advertised: 12 Dec 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 05 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Expected salary: $83159 – 95518 per year
Location: Parkville, VIC
Job date: Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:53:47 GMT
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