At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and enhance the residential experience for students at Swinburne.
- Company: Join Swinburne University, a leader in technology-driven education.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, exclusive discounts, and generous parental leave.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student life and foster community engagement.
- Qualifications: Experience in student engagement and event coordination is essential.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
The Senior Coordinator, Residential Life leads the delivery of an inclusive and engaging residential experience across Swinburne Student Residences.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Residential Experience, the role manages and develops the Residential Advisor (RA) team, including recruitment, onboarding, training, supervision and performance management.
The position also coordinates key residential programs and events, including O-Week, student induction, RA training and the annual engagement calendar, ensuring activities are safe, inclusive and aligned with Swinburne's objectives.
The role requires strong leadership, organisation and communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to work autonomously in a dynamic residential environment.
About You
- Experience in student engagement, event coordination, or leadership development within a university, youth, or community environment.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver large-scale events or training program.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate student leaders.
- High-level organisational and administrative skills, including managing logistics, schedules, and reporting.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and promote inclusion and belonging.
- Experience using administrative and event systems (e. g. Excel, Outlook, Star Rez, or similar)
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to support residential operations.
- About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne's strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges.
We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship.
We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.
Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne's bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research.
This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.
What We Offer You!
- Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
- Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
- Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
Applications Close: Sunday 15 November.
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation.
As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.
Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent.
We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.
We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.
For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact ***************@swin. edu. au or call +61 3 9214 3550.
Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only.
General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to ***************@swin. edu. au.
Victoria's Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria's Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment.
We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.
As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.
Senior Coordinator, Residential Life in Melbourne employer: Swinburne University
Swinburne University of Technology is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With flexible working arrangements, generous parental leave, and exclusive staff discounts, employees enjoy a balanced lifestyle while contributing to cutting-edge education and research. The university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures a supportive atmosphere where all staff can thrive and grow professionally.
