School Operations Officer (Agile Support Team)

• Be part of a dynamic and flexible team that adapts quickly to operational needs and delivers high quality administrative services to support school operational teams.
• Deliver efficient, professional support that contributes to UWA’s strategic objectives.
• There are currently two vacancies within the team, one fixed term and one ongoing.
• Full time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis until 20^th August 2027.
• Base salary range: $83,212 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

College Services provides academic administration and technical support services to the University’s schools, including Heads of School, academic staff and research students. The team is committed to providing effective and efficient services in support of the Schools’ and University’s strategic objectives, with a focus on continuous improvement and best practice.  The Schools Operations team provides academic support services and general administrative support to the University’s Schools. 

• The Agile Support Team (AST) provides responsive administrative support across UWA’s schools, helping to maintain continuity of operations during staff leave, peak workload periods, and changing business needs.
• Working across a variety of schools and professional teams, you will deliver high quality administrative support that contributes to the effective delivery of operational services.
• In this varied role you will gain exposure to different teams, systems and processes, and develop a broad understanding of school operations, systems and processes.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. Applications must include a Resume, Cover Letter and a document addressing the selection criteria, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role.

• Demonstrated experience in providing high quality administrative support, with strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records, systems and processes.
• Well-developed written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and provide excellent customer service.
• Proficient in a range of digital systems and applications including Microsoft Office with the ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Completion of year 12 or equivalent.  Previous experience with a university or higher education environment will be highly regarded.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

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, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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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.

Advertised: 15 Jul 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 05 Aug 2026 W. Australia Standard Time

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