Department Officer

Job No.: 690607

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: 2-year fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $83,424 - $95,825 pa HEW Level 05 (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

The Faculty of Information Technology is seeking a proactive and highly organised Department Officer to provide essential administrative support across its Departments. This is a key role which supports delivery of a range of core services across the Department including; support for planning and executing internal Department events, planning and contributing to Departmental meetings, and provision of day-to-day operational services such as purchasing of supplies and equipment maintenance. 

As the Department Officer, you will play an important role in facilitating effective solutions for stakeholders with regards to; communication, resource, equipment and events. You will work closely with staff, students and other stakeholders across the Faculty to ensure effective communication, resource coordination and seamless delivery of services.

You will be a trusted point of contact for staff and students, providing sound advice, exercising strong judgement and helping to resolve operational issues with professionalism and care. Your ability to build relationships, anticipate needs and maintain high standards of service will be central to your success in this role.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy supporting others to do their best work, then apply today for this excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing Faculty.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

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Today, we have the momentum to create the future we need for generations to come. Accelerate your change here. 

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Ms Melissa Witbooi, Departments and Operations Manager, melissa.witbooi@monash.edu

Position Description: Department Officer

Applications Close: Wednesday 25 March 2026, 11:55pm AEDT