Exams Officer

at  Murdoch University

• Continuous, Full Time
• Classification HEW506 |$75,000 – $92,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Periodic wage increases between 1 January 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 8% increase!
• Ref: JR103220
  Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
  About Us

The Exams and Assessment Office at Murdoch University is responsible for all standard teaching period’s exams across all campuses; encompassing:

• Preparation of exam timetables,
• Organisation of On-Campus, External, Alternative, and Transnational (TNE) Exams,
• Administration of the Deferred Assessment Process.

The Role
The Exams Officer is responsible for the administration of exams in accordance with University policy; the role will administer the exams for allocated Schools, a particular student cohort and also for standard assessment periods. This appointment will focus primarily on the support and management of online exams. As a result, we are seeking someone with extensive computer literacy and proficiency to seamlessly slot into the role. You will work closely with the Learning Technology and ITS teams, in the preparation and organisation of the online exams, ensuring efficiency and positive exam experience for our students.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Acting as a key point of contact for academic staff from allocated schools to administer the submission of exam requirements,
• Review exam papers submitted by unit coordinators to ensure compliance with exam requirements and instructions, set up online exam and prepare exam papers for printing,
• Coordinate and manage the exam process for allocated cohorts, including:
• Determination of external exam venues,
• Evaluation and organisation of alternative exam accommodations approved by the Access and Inclusion Office and communicate the approved arrangements to students and Unit Coordinators,
• Liaise with TNE partner administrators regarding TNE exam requirements,
• Attend and respond to enquiries from academic staff and students in a timely manner.

What you’ll bring to this role

• Completion of a degree with subsequent work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training,
• Highly effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with staff at all levels of the organisation,
• High organisational and time/workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated high level of computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high-level work using software such as Microsoft Office applications and specified University software programs, with the capability and willingness to learn new packages as appropriate.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights.
What you’ll get in return
You will be part of a vibrant and talented team, work in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch.

Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Paid leave entitlements
• Flexible work arrangements
• Salary packaging options
• Employee Assistance Program
• On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

To Apply

Please apply by submitting the documents below:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

• Your most recent resume (CV)

  Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
  Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
  Position contact: Jenny Lai, Manager Exams and Assessment –
  j.lai@murdoch.edu.au
  Closing date: 31/01/2025 (11:59pm AWST)
  The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Please note this role has a view to commence in February 2025.
  Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process

The Exams and Assessment Office at Murdoch University is responsible for all standard teaching period’s exams across all campuses; encompassing:

• Preparation of exam timetables,
• Organisation of On-Campus, External, Alternative, and Transnational (TNE) Exams,
• Administration of the Deferred Assessment Process

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Acting as a key point of contact for academic staff from allocated schools to administer the submission of exam requirements,
• Review exam papers submitted by unit coordinators to ensure compliance with exam requirements and instructions, set up online exam and prepare exam papers for printing,
• Coordinate and manage the exam process for allocated cohorts, including:
• Determination of external exam venues,
• Evaluation and organisation of alternative exam accommodations approved by the Access and Inclusion Office and communicate the approved arrangements to students and Unit Coordinators,
• Liaise with TNE partner administrators regarding TNE exam requirements,
• Attend and respond to enquiries from academic staff and students in a timely manner

What you’ll bring to this role

• Completion of a degree with subsequent work experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training,
• Highly effective communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with staff at all levels of the organisation,
• High organisational and time/workload management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines whilst maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated high level of computer literacy and proficiency in the production of high-level work using software such as Microsoft Office applications and specified University software programs, with the capability and willingness to learn new packages as appropriate