Accommodation Office Administrator

Support leaders, staff, students, and visitors daily

Be a proactive problem-solver with great people skills

Two great opportunities — one junior and one senior!

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

We’re excited to offer two opportunities — one junior and one senior — for enthusiastic individuals to provide high-quality administrative, reception, accounts, and project support for the Accommodation Office. These roles play a key part in supporting an active, student-oriented campus environment, helping create a welcoming and engaging experience for all.

As the friendly face and dependable point of contact for students, staff, and visitors, you’ll ensure our accommodation and homestay operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Whether you’re looking to take the next step in your career or gain valuable experience in a supportive team, these positions are ideal for people who thrive in a busy, people-centred environment and take pride in delivering exceptional service within a vibrant university community.

For the Junior role, the salary range is $58,439 to $70,692 per year, and for the Senior role, $71,275 to $84,695 per year. The actual salary will be determined based on the skills, knowledge, and experience you bring to the position. These are full-time roles (37.5 hours per week), based at our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information about each position, please refer to the position descriptions:

• Junior Role – Position Description
• Senior Role – Position Description

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact TJ Cloete, Associate Director Student Accommodation, tj.cloete@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You’re an organised, proactive, and approachable professional who thrives in a busy, people-focused environment. With strong administrative, organisational, and communication skills, you take pride in delivering high-quality support and exceptional customer service. Confident working with people from diverse backgrounds, you bring initiative, accuracy, and a positive attitude to everything you do. Whether managing reception, coordinating administrative or financial processes, or supporting students and staff, you’re adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to creating a welcoming, efficient, and student-centred environment.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? 

The Student Services Division provides a comprehensive range of relevant student services that support teaching, learning and research and enrich the Waikato student experience. The work of Student Services is comprised of the following: 

• Pastoral Care 
• International Student Support 
• Health
• Counselling 
• Accommodation 
• Tauranga campus student support services 

The Accommodation Service is responsible for all aspects of student accommodation including buildings, services and pastoral care as well as the provision of homestay services, accommodation advice and the operation of the University’s rental properties. The Associate Director Student Accommodation is responsible for the effective and efficient management of the Accommodation Service. 

The Accommodation Office Manager is responsible for the management of the Accommodation Office.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success!  Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you’ll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. 

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. 

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Friday 28th November 2025

Requisition number: 1003094