Student Programs Officer

Student Programs Officer

• $94,084 to $101,872
• Fixed-term, full-time
• Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
• Reference number: 26162
• Term: Fixed-term, full-time for 6 months
• Remuneration: $111,341 to $120,557 pa (HEW6) (inclusive of $94,084 to $101,872 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Student Programs Officer to join Faculty Operations, Faculty of Business and Law.

The Student Programs Officer works within the Student Support team to deliver client focussed support across all aspects of the Faculty’s student services function. The Student Programs Officer will work with the school academic staff, faculty teams and other areas of the university to support core business including: timetabling and unit offerings; course accreditation and compliance; and delivery of specialised programs.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Student Programs Officer works within the Student Support team to deliver client focused support across all aspects of the Faculty’s student services function. The Student Programs Officer will work with the school academic staff, faculty teams and other areas of the university to support core business including: timetabling and unit offerings; course accreditation and compliance; and delivery of specialised programs..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training or relevant experience equivalent to completion of a degree or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education training.
2. Demonstrated ability to plan and work efficiently with multiple competing deadlines and minimal supervision
3. Advance written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to write and edit a diverse range of high-quality materials
4. Highly developed digital literacy skills including advance experience in the use of Microsoft suite and QUT student and academic support programs, with the ability to quickly adapt to other products and technologies
5. Demonstrated ability to apply reasoning, judgement and analytical skills to resolving issues in a complex environment. 

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

Explore more benefits of life at QUT. 

Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 31-Mar-2026

Applications Close: 16-Apr-2026 at 11.30pm

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