Student Affairs Officer

The University of Sydney

Base: $103,185 - $111,237; bonus/equity: not speci...
Not specified
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interpret and apply university policies
Experience in complaints handling or case management
The University of Sydney seeks a Student Affairs Officer to support student wellbeing and manage complaints in a fair and transparent manner. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a supportive university culture

Job Summary

  • This role involves managing a caseload of student complaints and conduct matters to ensure fair and timely resolution in line with University policies.
  • The successful candidate will communicate sensitively with students and staff while drafting clear correspondence and briefing notes.
  • The position offers a fixed-term contract until December 2028 with a base salary ranging from $103,185 to $111,237 plus 17% superannuation.

Matching Summary

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The University of Sydney seeks a Student Affairs Officer to support student wellbeing and manage complaints in a fair and transparent manner. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a supportive university culture.

Salary

Base: $103,185 - $111,237; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interpret and apply university policies
  • Experience in complaints handling or case management
  • Confidence handling sensitive matters with discretion
  • Attention to detail managing competing deadlines

Nice-to-have

  • Trauma-informed practice experience
  • Cultural safety awareness
  • Data analysis for service improvement
  • Collaborative student-focused team approach
  • Knowledge of National Student Ombudsman processes

Key Requirements

  • Unrestricted work rights in Australia required
  • Prior experience in higher education or public sector preferred
  • Completion of pre-employment background checks

Work Rights

Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

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