School Administration Officer

• $81,105 to $91,478
• Ongoing, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 26434
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $95,981 to $108,257 pa (HEW5) (inclusive of $81,105 to $91,478 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We are seeking a School Administration Officer to join School of Creative Arts, Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice.

The School Administration Officer provides high quality administrative assistance across a broad range of duties that supports the academic work of the School of Creative Arts. The role supports the School as part of a three-person School Administration Support team, which includes the School Manager and School Executive Assistant. The role is typically the primary contact for the School of Creative Arts and works closely with the other School Administration Officers, School Managers, School Executive Assistants, Heads of School, academics, the Student Specialist Support teams and other Faculty teams to deliver exceptional outcomes and service to internal and external stakeholders. The School Administration Officer collaborates on and contributes to a range of activities within and across Schools.

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.

In our rapidly changing world, driving economic, social and cultural development increasingly requires collaboration. The Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice acknowledges this context— and specifically that how society learns, creates, communicates and collaborates is at the forefront of all innovative and impactful contributions..

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training or relevant experience equivalent to completion of an associate diploma subsequent relevant experience in an administrative position, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training.
2. High level interpersonal skills with the ability to provide professional administrative support, with proven ability to collaborate and communicate with a range of people at all levels both within QUT and external to QUT.
3. Demonstrated digital literacy skills, including the ability to effectively work with the Microsoft suite of products, as well as corporate systems and other information sources, to extract and interpret data.
4. Demonstrated ability to use initiative to solve problems, manage priorities to meet deadlines, and work productively without close supervision to support a wide range of stakeholders.
5. Strong written communication skills, including the ability to draft memoranda, meeting agendas and minutes, correspondence, submissions and emails.
6. Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.

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. 

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.

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Job opens: 10-Aug-2026

Applications Close: 25-Aug-2026 at 11.30pm

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