Residential Communities Officer

• Actively connect with residents to provide a welcoming environment assist with transition and foster a sense of belonging
• Encourage and guide students toward resources that promote academic success
• 1 X Full time and 1 X Part-Time (0.5 FTE) both are ongoing roles located in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Residential Communities Officer (RCO) is a key student-facing role within the Universitys Campus Accommodation network which supports a diverse cohort of students across Hobart Sandy Bay Launceston and Burnie. The position focuses on delivering a high-quality welcome and transition experience engaging with residents to support health wellbeing and academic progress and responding empathetically to student needs.

Aligned with the Residential Communities Strategy the RCO works under the Dean of Students to help create safe vibrant and uniquely Tasmanian residential communities. The role requires collaboration innovation and flexibility including working outside standard hours for student events. Core principles guiding this work include being resident-focused connected and sustainable fostering belonging shared growth and student-led leadership.

What youll do:

• Students living in residential colleges feel safe and well supported through positive empathetic and timely responses from RCOs to any concerns raised.
• Regular Check-in meetings conducted (one-on-one pastoral care meetings) with student College residents.
• Evidence of sound judgment effective risk assessments and appropriate response in relation to behaviours and incidents (including critical incidents) which aligns with procedures especially in relation to student resident welfare.
• Support the Dean of Students through regular engagement with student bodies and broader student-led groups to support the development and delivery of student resident engagement programs and student-led events and initiatives which contribute to a thriving student community and which develops a sense of belonging for all.
• This role will be required to work shifts outside ordinary hours - including attending student-facing events.

What were looking for:

• Excellent cultural competency combined with experience working and effectively supporting people from culturally diverse backgrounds and communities.
• Demonstrated capacity to take a people-centred and safety-first response to complex and critical incidents in accordance with Work Health and Safety legislation and University Policies and Procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency in digital tools and platforms including Microsoft Office (Word Excel) and information management systems.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills with evidence of a strong people-centred communication style.

Qualifications and Licences:

• A degree level qualification with relevant subsequent experience in a human services or education-related organisation or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Registration Status - Employment).
• Drivers licence
• First Aid (desirable)
• Mental Health First Aid (desirable)

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 6 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $116872 (pro-rata for part-time) comprising base salary within the range of $92120 to $99891 (pro-rata for part-time) plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• In submitting your application you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• To apply online please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role skills capabilities and experience. You do not need to separately address the success profile.
• For further information about this position please contact Jake Stalker Dean of Students or
• Please visit for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

Position Description - Residential Communities Officer (501720).pdf

Applications close Thursday 11 December 2025 2:00pm - Please note interviews for this role will be held on Friday 12th November and applications are reviewed upon submission.

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.