Position Number: 0064168
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Student and Scholarly Services
Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
- Investigate and manage cases of serious student academic misconduct, working closely with our different faculties to achieve fair outcomes.
- Join a high-performing team in an autonomous role with a fun, supportive environment. This is a great opportunity to strengthen your investigative skills and grow professionally..
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Investigator, Student Academic Misconduct is responsible for investigating allegations of serious student academic misconduct at the University, ensuring compliance with the Student Academic Integrity Policy. This role involves conducting interviews, analysing information, and documenting decision-making with precision, while also providing guidance to stakeholders on integrity matters. The incumbent must possess strong judgment, communication skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships within the university community.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Manage and investigate suspected incidents of student academic misconduct, ensuring that all assessments are conducted through a procedurally fair process.
- Liaise with subject matter experts, interview students and other relevant parties to gather and assess information. Compile clear, concise and accurate briefs, focused on key points and using appropriate and unambiguous language.
- Liaise with subject matter experts, interview students and other relevant parties to gather and assess information. Compile clear, concise and accurate briefs, focused on key points and using appropriate and unambiguous language.
- Regularly update databases to ensure that all parties are fully engaged and informed about how a matter is being managed and progressed.
Who we are looking for
The ideal candidate excels in building and maintaining positive stakeholder relationships while providing insightful advice and maintains strong attention to detail. They demonstrate strategic thinking and strong judgment, possess exceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, and approach confidential matters with empathy and discretion, all while effectively managing competing priorities to meet objectives and deadlines.
You will also have:
- An undergraduate degree coupled with experience conducting detailed investigations, undertaking research, analysing information and clearly determining defensible findings; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
- A high degree of cultural competence including the ability to understand, communicate and effectively interact across cultures.
- An ability to apply strategic thinking, critically evaluate information and exercise judgement and initiative.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Student and Scholarly Services
Student and Scholarly Services (SASS) provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. The Executive Directorate of Student and Scholarly Services is led by the Executive Director and Academic Registrar and supports student grievances and complaints, operational planning and communications and information to current students. It provides executive and administrative support to the Executive Director and sub-portfolio directors.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Walid via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
