Administration Officer, School of Law

Job Description

Part-time (0.6 FTE – 21 hours per week), Fixed term position until 31 December 2027 Based at Parramatta South Campus About Western Sydney University Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence. Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University. About the role The School of Law is seeking an experienced professional to join our team as an Administration Officer. We are dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching, research, and community engagement, with a strong focus on Public and Constitutional Law, Human Rights, and Social Justice issues. Our leading clinical program, the WSU Justice Clinic, is central to our mission. The Administration Officer will provide high-level administrative support to the WSU Justice Clinic, reporting directly to the Director & Principal Solicitor. This role is pivotal as the central point of contact for clients, partners, colleagues, and students involved in the Clinic’s programs. You will collaborate with professional and academic staff across various schools and units, contributing to engagement activities. Key responsibilities include: Coordinating and administering all aspects of experiential learning subjects. Providing extensive administrative support and coordination for placements and internships. Managing records and liaising with students and host organisations. Building and managing internal and external relationships to support the growth of the experiential learning program. If you are passionate about supporting legal education and community engagement, and have the skills to excel in a dynamic academic environment, we encourage you to apply. Join a team committed to making a difference through law and justice. Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Parramatta South campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application. Please review the position description for further information. Remuneration Package: HEW Level 5 $58,198 to $65,816 p.a. (comprising Salary of $49,178 to $55,615 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading) Note - the above salary range is 0.6 FTE of the full-time equivalent rate. Position Enquiries: Please contact Rebecca Dominguez via email at Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Thursday 13 February 2025 Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility: You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application. All ongoing and fixed term employees seeking to apply for this position as a secondment must have completed a minimum of 12 months’ full-time continuous service to be eligible to apply for this role, as per Part D of the Recruitment and Selection Policy. Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr