Senior Case Officer

• Play a key role in shaping a safe inclusive and respectful University community through complex complaint resolution and student conduct management.
• Join a collaborative and values driven team delivering trauma informed student centred case management and investigative services across the University.
• Full-time appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $120912 $132161 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Student Conduct and Resolution Centre (SCRC) sits within the Directorate of Student Life and Community in the Education and Student Experience Portfolio. The SCRC works collaboratively across the University to promote integrity accountability respectful behaviour and a safe inclusive community. The Centre provides strategic oversight and operational management of complaint resolution and student conduct matters delivering student-centred trauma-informed and educative approaches to investigations early intervention restorative practices and alternative resolution pathways.

About the opportunity

• Lead and manage complex complaint grievance and student discipline matters including sensitive cases involving gender-based violence using trauma-informed and procedurally fair approaches.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and stakeholders on case management investigations risk mitigation strategies and compliance with relevant legislation University policy and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives continuous improvement projects capability development and the enhancement of case management frameworks systems and practices across the University.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification and substantial experience managing complex end-to-end case management complaint resolution and investigation processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting investigations providing high-level advice and managing sensitive and confidential matters within complex organisational environments.
• Strong understanding of legislative regulatory and policy frameworks with the ability to interpret requirements and apply best-practice investigation and case management principles.
• Excellent written communication skills with proven ability to prepare high-quality investigation reports recommendations briefings and stakeholder correspondence.
• Highly developed interpersonal consultation and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively while exercising sound judgement and initiative.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD Senior Case Officer

To learn more about this opportunity please contact Ryan Marfurt at

For enquiries on the recruitment process please contact Dee Turner at

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 26 July 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record vibrant campus and working environments supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire there is no better time to join Western Australias top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.

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