"National Admissions Officer"

Job Description:

• Fixed-Term (until 30.01.2026), Full-Time
• Students Directorate
• CQUniversity Rockhampton North
• Higher Education Worker Level 6
• Total Remuneration $110,541 to $119,053 pa (including salary of $93,409 to $100,602 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

An exciting opportunity has become available for a dedicated and detail-oriented team member to join the National Admissions Team.

This role plays a key part in shaping the student journey by ensuring the seamless and timely processing of applications for admission. If you are passionate about student service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement and are looking to further your career, this role could be your next big move.

As a National Admissions Officer, you will:

• Assess and process domestic student applications accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Provide expert guidance to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a high standard of service delivery.
• Prepare data reports, training sessions, and written communications to support admissions operations.
• Support team operations through general administrative tasks and active participation in continuous improvement.

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

• Demonstrated administrative experience with strong communication (both oral and written), customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in using large corporate systems, with extensive knowledge of business support software, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management systems, and email.
• Ability to work proactively and collaboratively within a team environment, fostering positive relationships with colleagues and clients to achieve successful outcomes.
• Proven knowledge or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of University policies and procedures with the ability to adhere to strict guidelines and make informed decisions.
• A degree with relevant experience, or extensive experience and expertise in technical or administrative fields, or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.

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

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 31 August 2025.

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.