Provide high quality, responsible services to Melbourne Law School students in the area of academic adjustments and support.
About the Role
The Academic Programs Coordinator (Wellbeing) is responsible for providing high quality, responsive services to Melbourne Law School (MLS) students in the area of academic adjustments and support. This role is part of the Program Delivery team in the Teaching and Learning Team in the Academic Support Office (ASO) of MLS.
The role works closely with the Assistant Dean (Teaching and Learning), academic staff, and Student Equity and Disability Support and Exams Unit at the University level. Services include advice and support for special consideration, equitable academic adjustments, alternative exams and supplementary exams. The role acts as a triage point for MLS students requiring information of other specific support services offered by the University and externally. The role also delivers health promotion and general wellbeing activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Carrying out consultations with students and providing advice regarding special consideration and referral to University Services, and community-based services and resources as required
2. Acting as liaison with University Services, individual lecturers, and Program Delivery team members in relation to students with special requirements
3. Contributing and providing support to the MLS Student Equity and Wellbeing Committee, the Academic Misconduct Committee and other committees as required
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking an experienced individual adept at providing guidance to students and colleagues on academic adjustments and special considerations. Proficiency in interpreting and adhering to Government regulations and University policies is essential. The ideal candidate should exhibit empathetic interaction with students facing diverse challenges, along with outstanding organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
You will also have:
4. A relevant degree and subsequent work experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
5. Experience in the provision of advice to support students and colleagues about academic adjustments and special consideration outcomes
6. Advanced skills in a range of computer applications including email, Microsoft Office Suite and student management systems
7. A background in higher education student support and administration and/or events organisation is desirable, but not essential
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.
Your New Team – Melbourne Law School
Melbourne Law School is Australia’s first all-graduate law faculty. It was the first faculty in Australia to teach law and awarded Australia’s first law degree. The Law School is a single department faculty located in a custom designed building in University Square at the University of Melbourne’s Parkville campus. The faculty is a vibrant community of creative legal scholars, dedicated to a highly collegial, research-intensive institutional life. It is committed to providing a high quality and intellectually challenging educational experience in all its programs: the Juris Doctor (JD), Melbourne Law Masters (MLM), Undergraduate (Breadth), and Research Higher Degrees (PhD). The faculty aims to integrate its activities in teaching and research and to engage with local, national and global communities. Students are supported in their learning through a number of different initiatives, including the Ian Malkin Centre for Legal Academic Skills, the Law Library and a well-being program. Melbourne Law School is currently engaged in a program of incorporating Indigenous perspectives throughout its JD curriculum. It also hosts a vibrant clinical program concentrating on public interest law.
What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out page!
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If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
8. Resume
9. Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Nick Petersen via email at, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.