Western Sydney University

Higher Education

AcademicSuccess&ProgramSupportOfficer

A$84–95k Penrith, New South Wales, Australia FULL TIME
The Brief

“Academic Success & Program Support Officer at Western Sydney University. Skills: Academic support, Program support, Student lifecycle. Deliver academic and program support. Provide information to students”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver timely academic advice; Deliver accurate academic advice; Deliver high-quality academic advice; Deliver frontline administrative advice; Support progression; Support retention; Maintain compliant student records; Maintain up-to-date student records; Effectively manage workflows; Contribute to transition programs; Contribute to exam coordination; Contribute to engagement activities

Industry & Context.

Higher Education
Eligibility Requirements

Evidence of working rights in Australia

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Experience in student-facing support roles, Relevant degree

Nice to Have

Familiarity with WSU systems, Familiarity with academic offerings, Familiarity with equity-focused support practices

What You'll Do.

Deliver academic and program support

Provide information to students

Help students navigate enrolment

Help students navigate study planning

Help students navigate special consideration

Help students navigate program variations

Contribute to student retention

Contribute to student progression

Contribute to student achievement

Deliver frontline academic advice

Resolve administrative queries

Align operational processes with Faculties

Contribute to Orientation activities

Contribute to transition activities

Triage enquiries using systems

Assist with exam coordination

Assist with logistical arrangements

Connect students with university services

Maintain student records

Uphold policy compliance

Work collaboratively across teams

Support student experience

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work across academic teams; Work across professional teams; Collaborate with Faculties; Collaborate with Student Success teams; Collaborate with other stakeholders

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