"Investigator - Safer Communities Unit"

Job Description:

• Continuing, Full-Time
• Office of the Vice-President – Student Success
• CQUniversity Rockhampton, Sydney or Other CQUniversity campus by Negotiation (Excl. SEQ region)
• Higher Education Worker Level 7
• Total Remuneration $121,744 to $131,995 pa (including salary of $102,876 to $111,538 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

At CQUniversity, we are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment where every student can thrive. Join our newly expanded Safer Communities Unit and play a key role in maintaining a positive and safe learning environment through fair, impartial, and timely investigations. In this position, you will be an integral part of the Investigations Team, assessing formal reports of harmful or concerning behaviour and ensuring consistent, transparent outcomes. You will apply principles of procedural fairness and impartial decision-making while supporting students and the wider university community in addressing behavioural challenges. Be part of a team that makes a real difference — where careful investigation meets informed, responsible action, and every day provides the opportunity to uphold safety, accountability, and trust across the university.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• A degree with at least four years’ subsequent relevant experience (in public law, conflict resolution, investigations, or a related field); or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Sound knowledge of student conduct management frameworks, particularly relating to behavioural risk, psychological wellbeing and safety.
• Strong understanding of principles of procedural fairness, natural justice, and confidentiality, especially in an investigative or regulatory context.
• Proven experience conducting investigations into complex, high-risk, or sensitive behavioural matters in an education, legal, mental health, or regulatory setting.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Friday, 26 December 2025

 Job Requisition ID: 6699

Contact Details:

Nikki Rillstone

(02) 8295 5806

n.rillstone@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment. CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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### Posted:

26/11/2025