"Administration Officer, School Operations"

Administration Officer, School Operations

locations

Melbourne

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 7 Days Ago

job requisition id

JR46119

Overview:

Full-time, Continuing position 

Salary HEW 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements 

Based at the Bundoora campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University 

About The Position

The Administrative Officer is a pivotal member of the School of Health and Biomedical Science, providing high-level administrative support across a wide range of functions. Working closely with both academic and professional staff, the role is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and reviewing administrative processes that underpin the School’s day-to-day activities. 

Due to the varied and dynamic nature of the position, it requires a proactive approach, strong self-management skills, and the ability to balance independent responsibilities with collaborative team contributions. 

To be successful in this position, you’ll have: 

Excellent communication, relationship building and negotiation skills with the ability to work collegiately with academic and professional staff, students, and external clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. 

Experience in providing excellent customer service. 

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex rules and handle confidential issues with sensitivity. 

Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment with excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance. 

High level of proficiency in computer software packages with effectiveness, accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to learn new technical skills. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. 

About the College

School of Health and Biomedical Sciences 

The School of Health and Biomedical Sciences comprises three Academic areas: 

Clinical Sciences 

Health Sciences 

Medical Sciences.

Primarily based at the RMIT Bundoora campus, we undertake teaching and research across the disciplines of: Human Biosciences, Laboratory Medicine, Medical Radiations, Nursing, Digital Health, Osteopathy, Chiropractic, Chinese Medicine, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physiotherapy and Psychology. 

The School’s research was ranked as well above world standard in clinical science, medical physiology, microbiology and pharmacology & pharmaceutical sciences, and complementary and alternative medicine, and above world standard in psychology, public health & health service and medical & health sciences. We have a strategic focus on chronic disease and integrative health care with globally distinctive research strengths in respiratory health, neuroinflammation, translational immunology and infection, cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, and cross-cutting themes of: Lifestyle Medicine, Digital Health, Indigenous Health, Ageing in Health & Disease, and Medical Devices, Diagnostics and Prognostics. Research and Learning and Teaching innovation within the School is supported by a world class simulated hospital, digital human anatomy facility, state-of-the-art equipment and fully equipped laboratories and medical radiations facilities as well as a significant number of national and international partners. 

Details of the School can be found at: 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/health-and-biomedical-sciences 

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. 

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact dustin.nguyen@rmit.edu.au 

Job Description – Administrative Officer

Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. 

Applications Close:

25 Mar 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

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