• Based at our Melbourne, Burwood Campus + hybrid work arrangements
• Full time and fixed term for 14 months (May 2026 - July 2027)
• HEW 6 $96,276 - $103,971 + 17% Superannuation

Benefits for working with us!

At Deakin, we offer more than just a job — we offer a lifestyle. Across our campuses in Geelong, Melbourne, and regional Victoria, you’ll find everything you need to thrive: on-site childcare, gyms, medical centres, cafes, accessible public transport, and convenient parking. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, generous leave entitlements including extended parental leave and the option to purchase additional time off, plus a wide range of staff discounts on travel and more. Our health and wellbeing services, ongoing professional development opportunities, and inclusive, supportive culture make Deakin a place where you can grow — whether you're working remotely or immersed in the vibrant energy of campus life.

About the role

The Senior Officer, School Administration provides a high level of administrative advice and services to a range of school stakeholders to enable the delivery of school outcomes with the required resources. Support school functions through a range of processing and administrative tasks in line with university procedures as well as ensuring efficient and effective administration. Oversee the  recruitment process in the School working closely with the School Manager and relevant central Divisions. Manage the Academic workload allocation system in collaboration with key academic staff and the Planning and Analysis team in Faculty Services.

Reporting to the School Manager, as the Senior Officer, you will:

• Plan and oversee various administrative functions within the school, including but not limited to workload management and recruitment.
• Collaborate closely with members of the school, as well as staff in Faculty Services and central Divisions, to ensure seamless coordination of school functions and the effective implementation of initiatives.
• Support ad hoc projects, events, Advisory Boards, processes (e.g. accreditation reviews) as determined by the Schools Manager.
• Work with team members to facilitate growth and development by giving balanced, constructive feedback.
• Seek feedback from stakeholders regarding their satisfaction and perspective, respond to feedback with openness and transparency and seek to identify ways to better service the customer.      

To be successful, you’ll have:

• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in administration and related activities in a large organisation with complex administrative structures, policies and procedures
• Experience operating in a high-pressure diverse environment, involving face to face, phone and written issue.

Here's how to apply: 

Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.

For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Jo Collins (School Manager, School of Education) on jo.collins@deakin.edu.au

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

 PD - Senior Officer, School Administration - Faculty, Services Education.pdf

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 12 April 2026 at 11:55pm.

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks: In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations. 

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process.  A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence.  A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.