Administrative Support Officer

Company Description

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.

Job Description

The professional staff of the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice are committed to best practice, innovation and continuous improvement, and as a high-performing team we provide outstanding professional support to the School's learning and teaching, research and engagement activities.

We are looking for a highly organised Administrative Support Officer who will play a key role in supporting the effective and efficient operations of the School through exceptional administrative support.  

The role is integral to the team supporting a range of functions including providing administrative assistance to the Head of School, supporting sessional engagements and academic excellence programs, as well as providing support and assistance to Academics, HDR Candidates, and Honours students.

The position includes general administrative support across a range of functions including health and safety, IT, financial, human resource processes as well as facility coordination, for this reason, the appointee should have the capability and flexibility to redeploying their efforts as needed in a dynamic and constantly changing work environment. 

This role is an on-campus position and requires the successful applicant to work on site.

About you
You have been described as a “people” person, communicate well with everyone you meet, and have a commitment to delivering high-quality client service. You are a team player and understand the part we all play in getting things done. Your flexibility in redeploying your efforts where required is imperative, as this is a constantly changing work environment. Your attention to detail sets you apart from others. You are technically savvy with tools and systems and if you don’t know the answer to a question, you know how to find it.

Ideally, you will have worked in an administrative role previously, remotely and in-person and can be trusted to work autonomously, and as part of a high performing team. Diversity, transferrable skills, and knowledge are highly regarded in this team, where your efforts are rewarded with professional development opportunities and flexible work arrangements. If this sounds like you, and you are looking for a rewarding role working in a high-performing School, we welcome your application.   

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

Salary Range
The base salary for a HEW Level 4 is in the range $73,623 - $77,680 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $86,139 - $90,886 per annum.

Additional Information

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
• 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
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply
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. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. 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 About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

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

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Deb Waldron, School Manager at d.waldron@griffith.edu.au

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Theresa Burke, Talent Acquisition Partner at t.burke@griffith.edu.au and quote reference number REF9875G.

Closing date: Monday, 9 March 2026 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.