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Admissions & Selection Officer (FEIT) Job at University of Melbourne in Parkville, United States
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Date: 2021-11
Posted 01 November, 2021
Contribute to the streamlining of admissions processes and development of new systems and procedures in this full time, fixed term role.
Founded in 1853, the University of Melbourne is Australia’s #1 university, and is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.
About 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.
About the Role
The Admissions and Selection Officer will contribute to the successful streamlining of admissions processes and development of new systems and procedures to reduce turnaround times and manage the increasing workload expected as an outcome of growing recruitment targets.
The role will develop and maintain effective working relationships across the Future Students team as well as with academic and professional staff in the broader Faculty and University context.
In a typical week at work, you may:
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
Provide accurate processing, assessment and selection of course and scholarship applications within agreed timelines, in accordance with agreed criteria
Please note this is a full time (1.0) fixed term 12 month role.
About You
You will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to relate to a wide range of stakeholders. You'll be adept in contributing to problem solving, and able to think flexibly to enable continuous improvement.
Ideally, you will further 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
Excellent organisational skills with a proven ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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.
Benefits of Working with Us
In addition to having the opportunity to grow and be challenged, and to be part of a vibrant campus life, our people enjoy a range of rewarding benefits:
Flexible working arrangements and generous personal, parental and cultural leave options
Competitive remuneration, 17% super, salary packaging and leave loading
Free and subsidised health and wellbeing services, and access to fitness and cultural clubs
Discounts on a wide range of products and services including Myki cards and Qantas Club
Career development opportunities and 25% off graduate courses for staff and their immediate families
To find out more, please visit
https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers.
Be Yourself @ UoM
We recognise that our employees are at the core of all our successes and achievements. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community, and we encourage and celebrate diversity. We promote inclusive behaviour, and we actively seek to learn from each other. Indigenous Australians are strongly encouraged to apply for our roles.
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and experience. Please note that you are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. We look forward to receiving your application!
Position Description: Admissions Selection Officer (FEIT).pdf
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