Student Careers Officer

• Fixed Term full-time appointment (18 months: January 2026 July 2027)
• Level 5: $84002 - $% Superannuation
• Based at Liverpool Campus with regular travel required to support activities at the Sutherland and Sydney CBD campuses

About the Role

Based at the UOW Liverpool Campus this position plays a key part in empowering students to navigate their futures with confidence. As a Student Careers Officer you will deliver high quality career development learning (CDL) employability services and initiatives that directly enhance graduate employability. Your work will span one to one student consultations workshops programs and resource development all designed to enrich the student experience and strengthen graduate outcomes.

Guided by the Team Leader Student Careers Services you will also contribute to the creation and refinement of innovative programs and resources that respond to the evolving needs of UOW students. Collaboration is central to this role youll work closely with colleagues across the Academic Services Division and broader student support teams to ensure students receive seamless proactive support.

This position is based at the UOW Liverpool Campus and will also contribute to Careers Services and offerings at our Sutherland and Sydney CBD campuses. Regular travel between these metropolitan locations is an expected part of the role.

About You

You bring relevant qualifications and experience strong knowledge of higher education and employability and a commitment to advancing graduate employability through evidence informed practice. You build effective relationships with students staff and industry partners communicate clearly collaborate well manage projects confidently and use data tools to inform your work. You value inclusive culturally respectful practice and are committed to helping students thrive.

Were open to a job share arrangement for the right candidate(s). If this is of interest please indicate this in your application.

How to Apply

Click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of the advertisement. Youll be prompted to submit a resume and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

For further information about this position please contact Jennifer ODonovan Team Leader Student Careers Services on or.

Position Description

Closing Date: Thursday 29 January 2026 11:55 PM

As required by federal legislation prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender-based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender-based Violence during their previous employment or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the Universitys employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer and a recognised leader in gender equality we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse women disability LGBTIQ and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.