Student Conduct Officer

• Build your expertise in policy interpretation, investigations, and governance
• Gain exposure to a broad range of complex and diverse matters across the University
• 17 % superannuation, 35 hour week plus generous leave and benefits

Be challenged and imagine with us

As a Student Conduct Officer, you’ll play an important role in upholding the integrity, safety, and standards of the University community. Working within a supportive and experienced team, you’ll manage a diverse caseload of student conduct matters—ranging from academic misconduct to lower complexity non-academic issues—while contributing to fair, transparent, and robust decision-making processes.

The role

This is a role for professionals who enjoy examining and assessing situations, interpreting policy, and producing high-quality reports—while navigating sensitive matters with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgement. This includes:

• Managing a caseload of student conduct matters, including academic misconduct, appeals, and lower complexity non-academic issues
• Supporting higher-sensitivity matters during peak periods, working alongside senior staff on more complex cases
• Analysing information from multiple sources and preparing clear, evidence-based reports and recommendations
• Providing advice on the application of University policies, procedures, and relevant legislation (including privacy requirements)
• Working closely with internal stakeholders including Security, Student Living, the Legal team and student support services to coordinate responses to conduct matters
• Engaging with students and stakeholders professionally, including delivering outcomes and directions where required
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to strengthen processes, compliance, and service delivery

This continuing position is full time at a HEW7 Higher Education Worker level and is based at Callaghan

Why this role might be right for you

This position is well-suited to candidates who bring examination and case management experience from environments such as:

• Workplace relations or HR
• Government or regulatory bodies
• Law enforcement or compliance
• Work Health & Safety
• Insurance or claims investigation

You’ll thrive if you enjoy balancing analytical work with stakeholder engagement and can apply policy with sound judgement in complex or sensitive situations.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience managing investigations, casework, or complex administrative processes
• Strong analytical and report writing skills, with the ability to synthesise information and make evidence-based recommendations
• Confidence interpreting and applying policies, procedures, and legislative frameworks
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and attention to confidentiality
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2025-2030 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• An FTE equivalent remuneration of $103641 - $116596 + superannuation and excellent employment conditions in line with University of Newcastle professional staff conditions.
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 35 hour week
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
•  A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed in the job description demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Luke Robinson, Senior Manager, Student Conduct via email Luke.Robinson1@newcastle.edu.au

 Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Wednesday 27th May 2026 @11:59pm AEST

Our assessment process

Typically, candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:

• Interview (an ‘in person’ interview will be conducted as part of the process)
• Referee checks
• Pre-employment checks as appropriate to the role 

Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive. 

As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. 

The completion and return of the University’s Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University. 

Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance—it’s about living our values. Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non-negotiable.

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you