School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science – Faculty of EAIT Full-time (100%), permanent position Base salary will be in the range $98,582.63 - $107,349.47 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7) Based at our St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity as we are seeking a Manager, Academic Programs and Student Support. Your responsibilities in this position are to ensure an efficient management of the School's academic and student administration team and processes which will enhance the School's ability to meet its key objectives in the areas of teaching and learning. Key responsibilities will include: Lead the academic programs and student support team, managing staff performance, development, workload distribution, and annual performance appraisals. Coordinate the implementation of University and Faculty policies, procedures, and academic directives, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks. Oversee academic and student administration processes, including data analysis, course planning, academic misconduct, and casual academic staff hiring. Provide strategic support to the Director of Teaching and Learning and offer advice to school leadership on student matters and policy changes. Contribute to program and course reviews, including accreditation processes, by compiling data, preparing reports, and benchmarking studies. Coordinate school representation at student recruitment events, ensure compliance with the ESOS Act, and participate in the development and review of school policies. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 17% superannuation contributions 17.5% annual leave loading Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family UQ Study for Staff On campus childcare options Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day) Salary packaging options About You Completion of an undergraduate degree with at least four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, including staff management in an educational setting. Proven administrative experience in tertiary education, with a minimum of two years at an intermediate level managing staff to achieve successful outcomes. Detailed knowledge or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of university policies and procedures related to student and academic administration. Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, with experience liaising with stakeholders, providing advice, and negotiating to achieve desired outcomes. High-level analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to perform statistical analyses, interpret data trends, and develop solutions, alongside policy interpretation and implementation. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects and deadlines, with sound judgement, adaptability, and proficiency in university information systems or the ability to quickly learn them. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc. Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mrs Erin Keogh, School Manager, via e.keoghuq.edu.au. For application queries, please contact talentuq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section Resume Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talentuq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Monday, 11th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-44740). LI-DNI