Senior Admissions and Selection Officer (2 x positions available)

Job no: 0060985 & 0060994
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing (2 Roles Available)
Department: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: UOM 6 – $92,749 – $100,397 p.a. plus 17% super

• Contribute to university-wide improvements, and excel in client service.
• Elevate MDHS admissions and stakeholder support.
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role

Join us as a Senior Admissions and Selection Officer! Be a pivotal part of the Admissions team, managing Admissions and Selection processes for graduate coursework programs. Your expertise will shine in providing high-quality support to course selection committees, ensuring exceptional customer service, and contributing to transitional projects. If you’re ready to make a significant impact in admissions and stakeholder support, we invite you to bring your skills to our dynamic team! 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Supporting the Admissions and Selection Manager, Manager Future Students, and Associate Director (MDHS) in reviewing and implementing recruitment and admissions plans for the Division, ensuring alignment with KPIs.
• Supporting and managing the transition selection process project in collaboration with the Admissions and Selection Manager and Manager Future Students.
• Contributing to and supporting university-wide continuous improvement projects, including the University Admissions Framework and other MDHS admission projects

Who we are looking for
We seek individuals committed to exceptional client service, showcasing the ability to work independently with initiative, while also thriving in collaborative team settings. Effective communication is key, demonstrated through your excellent written and verbal skills and ability to foster strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders. With a keen eye for detail, strong administration skills, and organisational prowess, you will excel in managing multiple tasks concurrently.  

You will also have: 

• A relevant degree and/or equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including supporting team direction, training peers, and process reviews.
• Excellent computer skills, particularly in databases and the suite of Microsoft applications.
• Proven problem-solving skills, with a flexible and innovative mindset for continuous process improvement.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

To ensure the University continues to provide a safe environment for everyone, this position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check.

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 our benefits page!

The University of Melbourne
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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 our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier-free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , 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 -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

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.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Maddison Ryan via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

Position Description