Operations Coordinator

**Operations Coordinator**:
**Position Number**: 0065825
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Full-time; Fixed-term until August 2026
**Faculty**: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
**Department/School**: Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences
**Salary**: UoM 6 - $96,459- $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead key operational processes / Shape administrative systems / Support world-class research and teaching
- to play a crucial role in supporting cutting-edge psychological research and education
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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**Your next career opportunity**
As Operations Coordinator at the Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, you'll lead vital administrative functions in a world-class research environment. You'll oversee key operational processes, including HR administration, facilities management, and finance, while developing innovative systems to support the School's needs. This role offers you the chance to make a significant impact on the School's operations, working collaboratively with a supportive team in a values-driven culture.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- **Lead Operational Processes**: Oversee end-to-end processes in HR, facilities, finance, and general administration, ensuring smooth operations across the School.
- **Provide Expert Advice**: Offer high-level guidance on University procedures, particularly in staffing, recruitment, compliance, and governance.
- **Manage and Develop Staff**: Supervise a small team, providing clear expectations, regular feedback, and fostering professional growth.
- **Enhance Administrative Systems**: Design and implement efficient processes, including staff induction, finance management, and records management.

**You may be a great fit if**:
You are a proactive problem-solver with excellent organisational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced academic environment while fostering collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

**You may also**:

- Have strong experience in HR administration and process management.
- Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrate proficiency in financial management and procurement processes.
- Be adept at developing and implementing administrative systems and processes.
- Have experience in supervising and mentoring staff.
- Thrive in a collaborative, values-driven work environment.

For further information, please refer to the attached PD.

**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page

**Your new team -**Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences**
The Melbourne School of Psychological Sciences, ranked among the top schools of psychology in Australia and globally, offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound impact in the field. With a focus on excellence in research and teaching, the School attracts exceptional students and fosters a vibrant community of academic, teaching, and research professionals. Collaborative research links with prestigious institutions and departments further enrich the academic environment.

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