Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. 
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. 

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. 

About the Opportunity 
As the Health Placement Support Hub - Placements Officer, you will work within the Health Placement Hub and closely with the Health Schools including Placement Officer, Academic leads, and Professional / Industry partners. 

The Hub Placement Officer is responsible for undertaking a broad range of operational activities in support of student placements with reference to compliance requirements as set by the Health Sector and the Griffith University Local Health Protocol. They will work in partnership with the Health Schools in dedicated program/s and/or discipline/s. This role is a key contact for students, industry partners and staff requiring advice in relation to student placements. This position may be required to supervise administration staff supporting placement activities.   

As the Health Placement Support Hub - Placements Officer, you will: 

• In conjunction with relevant stakeholders, provide administrative support and accountability for placements (domestic and international) including management of “Fit for Professional Practice” documentation for the lifecycle of the student, providing support into the Health Schools and placement programs. 
• Lead and promote compliance with relevant legislation and University policies and procedures, including vaccinations and health tests, licenses and certificates, online training on topics such as health and safety, inclusion, and use of personalised protective equipment (PPE) and forms. 
• Carry out the administration and utilisation of dedicated education or placements software including monitoring student pre-placement requirements, maintaining FFPP status throughout the student lifecycle and reporting as required.  
• Engage in system improvement and innovation activities to improve efficiency of Health Placement Support Hub and the student experience. 
• Assist the Health Placement Support Hub Manager in the recruitment of placements for individual and reoccurring placement arrangements. This includes contacting new placement partners or maintaining established placement provider relationships. 
• Coordinate the establishment and administration of placement deeds with a range of providers as required. 
• Undertake a range of placements-based operational activities including maintenance of databases and records, orientation materials, room bookings, evaluations, assessment records, management of finances, scheduling and the preparation of placements-based correspondence as required. 
• Effectively collaborate and communicate with a broad range of discipline based stakeholders including School based placement officers, academic and professional, student groups and other areas of the University. 
• Be a leading example of the principles and values embodied in the University’s Code of Conduct, and behave, act and communicate at all times to reflect fairness, ethics and professionalism. 

This is a full time, continuing position based at the Gold Coast  campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples. 

Salary range 
The full-time equivalent base salary for HEW Level 5 position is in the range of $76,236 - $85,525 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total FTE package is in the range of $89,197 - $100,064 per annum. 

What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future. 

You will also have:  

• The occupant of this position will hold an associate diploma or certificate level qualification with relevant subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and/or training.  
• The ability to work independently. 
• A strong attention to detail. 
• Excellent communication skills. 

Why Griffith? 
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 
• Opportunities for internal mobility 
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. 

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) 
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission) 

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Further Information 
For further information about this role, please contact Jenny Richards, Manager Placements Support Hub Team on [email protected] 

For further application and recruitment advice, please contact Esra Vollenhoven on [email protected]. 

For application support, please contact People Services on  373 54011  and quote reference number REF4985S 

Closing date: Sunday, 05 May 2024, 11.59PM AEST. All applications must be submitted online.