Academic Compliance Officer

• 561361
• Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
• Fixed Term
• Closing at: Feb 12 2026 - 23:55 AEDT

Position Description

Classification: ANU Officer 5 (Administration)

Salary package: $87,570 - $95,530 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full time, Fixed term (until July 2027)

Position Overview

The Academic Compliance Officer supports the Academic Compliance team as the first line contact for users of the University's Programs and Courses website and Curriculum Management System (CMS) as well as the providing administrative support to the Academic Compliance team and advice across the broader university community. You will access data in the Student Administration System (SAS) and other systems and undertake administrative and processing tasks. Opportunities will be available for training and upskilling.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused team player with strong systems and data experience and high-quality customer service skills. You will have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills and be able to manage competing priorities independently and collaboratively.

The Division of Student Administration contributes to the University's strategic objective to provide an excellent educational experience for its students through delivery of accessible and supportive administrative functions throughout the student lifecycle. The Division's student related support services include the management of: enrolment and progression; fee invoicing and cashiering; scholarships; examinations; prizes; graduations; timetabling; general enquiries; student card; transcripts; student communications and quality advice on ANU student related policy and rules as well as compliance with national and international regulations. 

For further information please contact Paul Dowden, Manager, Academic Compliance, T: +61 2 6125 5708 E: paul.dowden@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au  

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria.
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.