Academic Programs Coordinator (wellbeing)

UOM University of Melbourne; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 101,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health and wellbeing programs

Discounted services

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Inclusion & wellbeing

Job summary

University of Melbourne in Melbourne, Australia, invites applications for an Academic Programs Coordinator - Wellbeing within Melbourne Law School. The role focuses on responsive student support, academic adjustments, and wellbeing initiatives in partnership with academics and university services.

You will coordinate exams, extensions and health promotion activities while maintaining strong relationships with students and staff to promote equity and success.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification complemented by experience in student support, academic administration or related services.
• Provide informed advice on academic adjustments, special consideration and outcomes within policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Interpret and apply government legislation, University statutes, policies and procedures with accuracy and sound judgement.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines with strong organisational skills and attention to administrative detail.
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally, building productive relationships with students, academics and professional staff.
• Use advanced computer skills across Microsoft Office, email and student management systems to streamline workflows and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential consultations to students on special consideration, adjustments and referrals to internal and external support services.
• Liaise with University Services, lecturers and ASO colleagues to implement equitable arrangements for students with special requirements.
• Coordinate administrative processes for special, alternative and supplementary exams, extensions, timetables and assessment-related enquiries.
• Lead development and continuous improvement of Teaching and Learning web content on wellbeing, mental health and resources.
• Plan and support wellbeing and health promotion events, including Orientation, Wellness Week and major school activities.
• Collaborate with academics and University services to enhance outcomes.

Skills

Tertiary qualification

Student support

Academic administration

Written communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student management systems

Job description

Role type: Full-time; Fixed Term until May 2027

Faculty: Melbourne Law School

Salary: UoM 6 - $100,847 - $109,163 p.a. plus 17% super

Impactful frontline student support / collaboration with academics and University services / wellbeing and health promotion leadership

Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research.

Your next career opportunity

In this role, you will deliver responsive academic adjustment and wellbeing support for Melbourne Law School students. You will coordinate exams, extensions and health promotion activities, partnering with academics and University services to enhance outcomes.

What you will deliver

• Provide confidential consultations to students on special consideration, adjustments and referrals to internal and external support services.
• Liaise with University Services, lecturers and ASO colleagues to implement equitable arrangements for students with special requirements.
• Coordinate administrative processes for special, alternative and supplementary exams, extensions, timetables and assessment-related enquiries.
• Lead development and continuous improvement of Teaching and Learning web content on wellbeing, mental health and resources.
• Plan and support wellbeing and health promotion events, including Orientation, Wellness Week and major school activities.

You may be a great fit if you

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification complemented by experience in student support, academic administration or related services.
• Provide informed advice on academic adjustments, special consideration and outcomes within complex policy and regulatory frameworks.
• Interpret and apply government legislation, University statutes, policies and procedures with accuracy and sound judgement.
• Manage competing priorities and deadlines with strong organisational skills and attention to administrative detail.
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally, building productive relationships with students, academics and professional staff.
• Use advanced computer skills across Microsoft Office, email and student management systems to streamline workflows and reporting.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well‑being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well‑being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – Melbourne Law School

You will join the Teaching and Learning team within the Academic Support Office at Melbourne Law School. We are a collaborative, student‑centred group, providing high‑quality academic and wellbeing support across a diverse cohort. Working with academic leaders and University services, you will help deliver initiatives that strengthen student equity and success.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‑safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier‑free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [e-mail].

Applications close: Monday 21 September at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: Word: Academic Programs Coordinator - Wellbeing (UoM 6)_PD.docx PDF: Academic Programs Coordinator - Wellbeing (UoM 6)_PD.pdf

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