Placements Officer
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Job Description
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Support the allocation and coordination of student placements in collaboration with the Professional Experience Office and academic leads.
- Establish and maintain accurate student records in the placement database ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.
- Manage placement provision and academic supervision allocation in consultation with stakeholders and colleagues.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with industry partners and relevant external stakeholders.
- Provide policy and procedural advice to students staff and stakeholders; contribute to procedure development aligned with University policy and legislation.
- Support quality assurance processes for professional practice education and maintain up-to-date guidance materials for students and providers.
About you
The successful candidate will hold an associate diploma or certificate level qualification with relevant subsequent experience or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or training.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating student placements within an educational or professional setting including working collaboratively with academic staff and external stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with health and safety and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with students staff and industry partners.
- Sound knowledge of relevant policies procedures and legislation governing student placements and the ability to provide accurate advice and contribute to procedural development.
- Experience in quality assurance and continuous improvement processes particularly in relation to professional practice education and student support materials.
- Proficiency in using placement databases and digital systems with a high level of attention to detail and data integrity.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team including supervising administrative staff and contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment.
What we can offer
This is a fixed term (until February 2026) full-time position and will be primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range
The full-time base salary for a HEW Level 5 is in the range $79705 - $89416 per annum plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $93255 - $104617 per annum.
Additional Information :
Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
How to apply
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Katherine Tucker School Manager School of Education and Professional Studies at
For application support please contact People Services on (07)and quote reference number REF8378J.
Closing date: Thursday 11 September 2025 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
