Job Reference: 1613771
About the Role:
At Curtin University, we’re committed to delivering exceptional student experiences supported by accurate, compliant and high-quality data practices. We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join our Student Fee and Statutory Reporting team as a Data Compliance Officer.
You will play a key role in ensuring data is accurately maintained, interpreted and reported, while providing expert guidance and support to teams across Student Services that create, manage and process reportable student data. This role also contributes to student fee compliance through the configuration and maintenance of fee structures within University systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain the accuracy, integrity and compliance of student records in accordance with higher education legislation, government reporting requirements and University policies.
- Support statutory reporting activities by ensuring the quality, accuracy and completeness of reportable student data.
- Configure and maintain student fee structures and related compliance settings within the Student Management System.
- Investigate and resolve complex data quality issues, identifying root causes and implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to Student Services and other stakeholders on student data, compliance requirements and best practice processes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance data quality, compliance outcomes and operational efficiency.
Selection Criteria:
- Demonstrated experience working with complex data, compliance, reporting or administrative processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate data issues, identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of data accuracy and integrity.
- Experience interpreting and applying policies, procedures, legislative requirements or regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear guidance and advice to a range of stakeholders.
- Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a complex environment.
- Strong numerical, systems and data management skills, including experience using Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while building effective relationships across a broad stakeholder group.
Desirable
- Experience working within a university or higher education environment.
- Knowledge of higher education legislation, student administration, student fee compliance and/or statutory reporting requirements.
- Experience using StudentOne or other student management systems.
- Experience working with reportable student data and government reporting processes.
Role Requirements
- As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
- Successful applicants may be subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.
Working at Curtin means being part of a community that is passionate about making a real difference. Here, your work will directly impact our ability to transform and enhance the student experience.
The Student Service team provides the essential services, systems and processes that underpin Curtin’s core operations while delivering a seamless student-centred experience that supports individual needs. For more information about the team, please visit: https://staffportal.curtin.edu.au/services/student-services/
About Curtin University
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live.
For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page:
https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/
What We Offer You:
This fixed term role attracts a salary package of $96,323 - $102,186 (G06) plus 17% superannuation.
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.
For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/
Join Us!
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:
- Up to date resume
- Cover Letter addressing the essential selection criteria (no more than 1 page)
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on
[email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.
Applications close: 3.00pm (AWST), 17 July 2026
Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. 