University of Melbourne Hiring for ADMISSIONS & SELECTION OFFICER Job at Melbourne Full Time

Job no: 0053324

Work type: Fixed Term

Location: Parkville

Division/Faculty: Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

Department/School: Student and Scholarly Services

Salary: $75,011 – $86,158 (UOM 5)

Role & Superannuation rate: Professional – Full time – 17% super

• One full time (1.0) fixed term, 7 month role available

About Student and Scholarly Services (SASS):

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.

About the Role:

The Admissions team manages admissions and selection processes for courses and scholarships that require deep discipline knowledge and provides expert advice and support to course and scholarship selection committees, The Admissions & Selection Officer is responsible for the admissions process for graduate coursework programs offered. The incumbents are required to provide exceptional customer service, quality advice and support when responding to enquiries from prospective students.

Core responsibilities will include:

• Provide support to the Admissions & Selection Manager on the recruitment and 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 Hub Admissions team, to ensure the fastest possible application turn-around time
• Provide accurate and timely information and advice in response to queries relating to admissions procedures, application progress, credit transfer etc

There is currently one full time (1.0) fixed term, 7 month role available.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will ideally possess the following skills and experience:

• A tertiary qualification or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
• Demonstrated experience with providing a high level of client service to deliver outcomes and maintain productive working relationships
• High level written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to contribute towards problem solving, and the ability to think flexibly and continuous improvement with an agile mindset
• An understanding of using admission systems and CRMs and experience in a range of IT Platforms

UoM Benefits:

• Maximise your benefits through our Salary Packaging scheme
• Flexible family friendly policies, providing generous leave and working conditions
• The opportunity to work in a culturally rich environment
• A substantial discount to eligible staff and their immediate families in undertaking further studies at the University of Melbourne

To find out more, go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/staff-benefits

UoM Culture:

The University is a vibrant campus. We have well-established clubs and networks giving the opportunity to engage and collaborate with other staff around the University. We strive to create an environment where staff and students promote culturally inclusive behaviour and activities, ensure cultural differences are heard and explored, and actively seek to learn from other cultures.

How to Apply:

We encourage your early application as interviews may commence as soon as suitable candidates are identified. Your application submitted should include a cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this role and describing what skills and experience you will bring to it, and a current version of your CV. You are not required to submit responses to the selection criteria.

Advertised: 20 Sep 2021 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 03 Oct 2021 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time