• Support students and academics to deliver successful outcomes for the Medicine Program
• Provide exceptional customer service to students, academics, visiting clinicians and patient partners
• Full-time, fixed term position until December 2026 based Burnie

About the opportunity

The Administration Officer – Rural Program Delivery & Assessment is an integral part of the Tasmanian School of Medicine Administration Team and works under the general direction of the Team Leader at the Rural Clinical School (RCS). The key purpose of the position is to provide efficient, lean and responsive administrative support for the delivery the School’s teaching and assessment programs.

The position will be responsible for creating effective relationships working with internal and external stakeholders to support the efficient delivery of the medicine program in Burnie. The position will have a range of administrative responsibilities including monitoring student compliance, organising student placements, skills and simulation prep and cleaning, assisting with timetabling and supporting the delivery of examinations and assessments.

What you’ll do:

• Complete a broad range of administrative duties to assist in the delivery of the Medicine Program in Burnie.
• Participate as part of a high performing team to deliver exceptional service to students, academics, visiting clinicians and patient partners.
• Use and access systems within the University, in accordance with the UTAS and College of Health and Medicine guidelines.
• Consult with and provide accurate advice to academic staff and students on course-related information, university policies and procedures either face to face or through written correspondence.
• Apply a Lean methodology to your work, identifying and implementing continuous improvement.

What we’re looking for:

• High level administrative skills including good organisation and prioritisation skills, together with the ability to perform tasks with accuracy and attention to detail within specified timeframes.
• Strong skills in a range of software applications, including word-processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, email and the internet as a resource.
• Excellent customer service with experience in focusing on and understanding client needs.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders and to work as an effective member of a team.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to cope with changing work methods and working environment.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 4 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $91,488 comprising base salary within the range of $73,814 to $78,195 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success profile criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Michael Besnard, Team Leader, Rural Clinical School, [email protected] or +61 3 6226 2168.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Position Description - 501398 - Administration Officer.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 21 September 2025, 11.55pm

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.