"School Operations Officer"

Job Description:

• Continuing, Part-Time (0.5FTE - 36.25hrs/fortnight)
• School of Business and Law
• CQUniversity Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Mackay, Melbourne or Sydney
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $47,809 to $53,780 pa (including salary of $40,399 to $45,445 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

Step into a dynamic, people-focused role at the heart of the School of Business and Law’s daily operations. As a School Operations Officer, you’ll provide high-level administrative and organisational support, partner closely with senior leaders, and help ensure the School runs smoothly and efficiently across multiple campuses. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in delivering high-quality service. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and forward-thinking School, we’d love to hear from you.

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

• Knowledge and proficiency to effectively operate University operating systems, for example TRIM, Finance One, MS Office Suite and Moodle and business support software, including word processing, spreadsheeting, database systems and email.
• Ability to quickly acquire knowledge about policies, procedures, programs and requirements.
• Demonstrated experience providing high-level administrative support to a senior manager and implementing streamlined processes and systems within a busy office environment.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) with proven ability to draft a range of professional documentation and provide accurate advice and information to others.

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, Monday, 22 December 2025

Job Requisition ID: 6779

Contact Details:

Minka Elliott

(07) 4150 7161

m.elliott@cqu.edu.au

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. 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. Please note that shortlisting and interviews may not take place until January 2026* Pro-rata for part-time employees #HEW5 || #LI-BE1 || #LI-Onsite || Process Optimisation | Workflow Coordination | Stakeholder Engagement | Operational Integrity | Project Support | Data Management | Continuous Improvement | Strategic Liaison | Efficiency Enhancement | Problem Solving | Workplace Excellence | Team Collaboration | Service Quality | Multitasking Capability

Posted: 09/12/2025