Careers at UniSC

• UniSC Gympie
• Level 4, $73,874 - $77,693 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, 12 month fixed-term appointment

The Opportunity

Join UniSC Gympie as an Administration Assistant, where you’ll play a key role in keeping the campus running smoothly! As the first point of contact, you’ll provide friendly reception, administrative support, and excellent customer service to staff, students, and the wider community. Working closely with the Operational Support Officer, you’ll assist with the day-to-day operations of the campus, ensuring everything runs efficiently. If you’re organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you!

You will

• act as the first point of contact providing quality reception, administrative support and customer service to staff, students and visitors to UniSC Gympie;
• provide high quality operational and administrative support across all aspects of the UniSC Gympie operations; and
• provide of professional administrative support to the Operational Support Officer and Coordinator, UniSC Gympie.

About you

You have exceptional communication and organisational skills, allowing you to respond accurately and effectively to enquiries and correspondence. With strong problem-solving abilities, you navigate challenges with confidence and professionalism. Your high-level customer service skills enable you to build positive, mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless collaboration and a welcoming experience for all.

You will possess:

• completion of a relevant qualification and experience working in a forward-facing client services environment within a satellite university campus or higher education setting, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training;
• proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; and
• sound knowledge of the cross-organisational environment of a university, including structure, policies, and operations of programs and courses, student administration and the delivery of support services.

Desirable

• proficiency in Gallagher, Archibus, Umbraco, PeopleSoft, CRM, Canva, Celcat, and using record management systems.
• demonstrated ability to effectively assist in the organisation of student events and community projects.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description:  492866 - Administration Assistant.pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. 

Applications for this position close midnight, Tuesday 6 May 2025.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, noting your application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Amanda Finch
Coordinator, UniSC Gympie
Telephone: 07 5456 5814
Email: afinch@usc.edu.au

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. At UniSC you will have the opportunity to contribute to the educational landscape for future generations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your career. We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.