Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about supporting student success? We’re looking for an Assessments and Results Officer to join our dynamic team in the Student Services and Support Directorate!

• Full-time, continuing position
• Based at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas (on-site)
• HEWL 5: $76,633 - $86,920 per annum plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Assessment Officer provides customer-focused services and information. The responsibilities of the role include the delivery of accurate, timely, compliant results provision and efficient assessment coordination. Working in a team focused environment, attention to detail and expert use of systems (excel and other MS products) will contribute to both staff and student experiences and outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree qualification or related experience or a combination of relevant experience, education/training.
• Significant organisational, problem solving and administrative skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet competing deadlines, and an established record of exercising discretion, judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to maintain effective working relationships, including demonstrated ability to negotiate, consult and liaise with staff from all levels of the University and students.
• Effective computer and data entry skills using the Microsoft Office suite and other specialist student and learning related software.

SHAPE YOUR FUTURE WITH JCU

At JCU we’re not just shaping minds; we’re shaping the future.

As Australia’s only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world’s tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world’s most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.

Find out more about JCU, our Careers and our locations.

WHY JCU?

JCU offers a dynamic and culturally diverse workplace where your ideas are valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work-life balance is respected. Working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect, we support and empower our people through the provisions of;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave plus leave loading
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• A range of flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Professional development support
• Staff study assistance
• Fitness Passport
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Well-equipped modern facilities and contemporary workspaces with access to on-site childcare, medical, cafes and gym.

HOW TO APPLY AND CONTACT DETAILS

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:

1. Complete the application form
2. Upload your current resume
3. Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success. 

Applications close on Thursday 23 October at 11:55 PM AEST.

Please note, as the role requires an urgent commencement, we are seeking applications from candidates who currently hold valid Australian work rights.

For any enquiries about the role, please contact Shama Mathew - shama.mathew@jcu.edu.au. 

ABOUT OUR PROCESS

At JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome once the recruitment process is finalised.

Please visit our Information Privacy Policy to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.

WHAT MATTERS TO US AT JCU

• Our People - Our staff, students, and the communities we serve
• Our Education - Knowledge has the power to change lives
• Our Place – the Tropics and beyond
• Our Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generation

James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.  We value and celebrate the diversity of our community, and are committed to ensuring our community, and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.