• Live your best life with flexible working and tailored development pathways
• Remuneration package up to $94,862 with 17% super
• Join a small and vibrant regional university

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Join the Student Administration Services team at Southern Cross University and support our student lifecycle from admission through to graduation. As a Student Administration Officer within the Course Implementation and Publications team, you’ll play an important role in maintaining accurate course and unit data, coordinating and implementing curriculum approvals, and supporting course teach-out activities to ensure our systems and communications are clear, compliant, and student-focused.

You will make an impact by:

• Providing advice to staff on courses, policies and systems;
• Administering student and curriculum data into our systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Undertake general administrative duties including data entry and the preparation of correspondence; and
• Work productively in a team environment and share knowledge to support the resolution of student and staff enquires

What you will bring

You are passionate about providing excellent service to university students, with strong verbal and written communication skills. To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A relevant tertiary qualification and a minimum two (2) years of applicable experience in a student administration, customer service, government, or other high-volume administrative environments.
• Strong time management skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise initiative.
• An ability to interpret and apply policy, procedures and guidelines.
• Strong computer literacy, including experience with databases, and Microsoft applications. Experience with student administration systems is desirable.

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at Lismore, NSW 2480
• HEW Level 4. The base salary ranges from $75,500 - $81,079 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $94,862.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

To view the full position advertisement and details of the application process, please click on the APPLY button where you will be redirected to the Southern Cross University website.

Applications close 11.30pm AEDT Sunday 9 November 2025.

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to [email protected].