Admissions Assessment Specialist

• Casual
• Kelvin Grove

• Reference number: 26461
• Term: Casual basis
• Remuneration: Casual hourly rate range of $62.21 to $67.36 per hour, inclusive of 25% casual loading.
• Location: Kelvin Grove
• Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the casual engagement. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We are seeking a Admissions Assessment Specialist to join Student Administration, People Services, Administrative Division.

The Admissions Assessment Specialist is responsible for providing a high quality, client focussed service to prospective students through the provision of advice and guidance and the accurate processing of applications for admissions and advanced standing. This is achieved by applying consistent decision making protocols in an efficient and timely manner. The position has delegated authority from the University Registrar to issue offers of student admission to award and non-award courses, in accordance with published entry criteria and admission protocols. The position is based in the International Admissions team. Where required, the position will assist other teams in Admissions, including the Domestic Admissions and/or Advanced Standing team.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The People Services portfolio leads the university-wide strategy and coordination of all non-academic matters related to the student experience. The portfolio of Student Services and Wellbeing delivers a range of services across the student life cycle, as well as providing advice and leadership to the university on a broad range of student and staff matters, including social justice and public policy. The portfolio is focused on delivering services to support the university’s commitment to an exceptional student experience, leading to positive outcomes in success, retention and completion. This includes developing a campus culture which is inclusive, safe, and respectful for all students and staff. The Student Administration department makes a key contribution to the delivery of student services that span  the student lifecycle: admission,  enrolment, billing and invoicing, class timetabling and registration, examinations, results, records management, progression and graduation. The team supports international, domestic and research higher degree students, in collaboration with specialist service partners across the university.

What you need to succeed

1. Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to the completion of a degree with at least two years subsequent relevant experience.
2. Demonstrated ability to lead and contribute to a culture that is committed to high quality client service and continuous improvement.
3. Demonstrated organisational skills including the ability to work independently and as a productive member of a team, proactively plan and manage workload within competing priorities to achieve agreed outcomes.
4. Proven analytical, problem solving and decision making skills including the ability to interpret, apply and provide advice on relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
5. Demonstrated interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate, develop strong working relationships and communicate effectively with a diverse client and stakeholder group across a range of mediums.
6. Demonstrated digital literacy including the ability to use a large corporate computer system to input, access, extract and interpret data, as well as experience in using spreadsheets and other software applications.
7. Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff  through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees. 

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

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Job opens: 26-Aug-2026 at 1:00pm

Applications Close: 09-Sep-2026 at 11.30pm

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