School Administration Assistant

CQUniversity; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Rockhampton is seeking a School Administration Assistant to support research degree candidates and supervisors. This role involves organizing meetings, managing administrative tasks, and providing student liaison services. The ideal candidate will possess strong time management and problem-solving skills, along with proficiency in business support software. Applications close on December 10, 2025.

Benefits

17% superannuation

6 weeks annual leave

10 days personal/sick leave

Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave

Access to Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent with administrative experience.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong computer skills and experience with business support software.
• Demonstrated ability to organise tasks and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client service.

Responsibilities

• Organising meetings and managing purchasing activities.
• Maintaining accurate data records within management systems.
• Providing student liaison services within the School.

Skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

Completion of Year 12 with relevant administrative work experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Databases

Email

Job description

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Graduate Research
• CQUniversity Rockhampton
• Higher Education Worker Level 4
• Total Remuneration $88,138 to $93,095 pa (including salary of $74,478 to $78,667 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

CQUniversity’s School of Graduate Research provides comprehensive management of and support for research higher degree (RHD) candidates, their supervisors and other internal and external stakeholders. As a School Administration Assistant, you will be an integral part of a dynamic team and play a key role in ensuring smooth operations and high-quality service delivery that contributes to the growth and success of our vibrant research community.

In this role, you will undertake a variety of administrative support tasks such as organising meetings and managing purchasing activities and maintaining accurate data records within the management systems and provide student liaison services within the School of Graduate Research. You will have proven time management and problem-solving skills with demonstrated initiative and ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

If you are looking for an innovative and dynamic place to develop and extend your professional career, we encourage you to apply!

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Completion of Year 12 with relevant administrative work experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and resolve issues effectively while demonstrating initiative.
• Strong computer skills with demonstrated ability to use business support software (Word, Excel, databases, email) and experience working with large corporate information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to organise tasks, coordinate projects, and work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with staff, students, and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, delivering responsive and professional client service.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives.

Applications Close

11:59pm, Wednesday, 10 December 2025

Jobquisition ID

6742

Contact Details

Kath Milostic

4923 2607

[e-mail]

When submitting your application, please include:

Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.