OVERVIEW The Academic Integrity Compliance Officer role at Australian Catholic University (ACU) is a professional position focused on supporting the fair, consistent, and transparent handling of alleged academic misconduct across the institution. Based at the Melbourne campus in Fitzroy, this full-time, continuing role operates within the Office of the Centre for Education and Innovation and works closely with academic and professional stakeholders. The position offers a collaborative team environment, strong institutional support, and flexible working arrangements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Support the Academic Integrity Compliance and Review Officer in the effective administration of alleged academic misconduct cases. – Ensure academic misconduct processes are applied consistently, fairly, and transparently across all faculties and disciplines. – Maintain confidentiality in the handling of academic integrity matters when required. – Provide process and system support to Academic Integrity Officers and Lecturers-In-Charge. – Work in consultation with the Academic Lead, Academic Integrity & AI. REQUIREMENTS – Ability to hold and maintain Australian work rights. – Eligibility to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks, including checks related to gender-based violence and foreign interference. – For continuing roles, possession of permanent Australian work rights. WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS Academic integrity is central to the credibility and quality of higher education, and this role plays a key part in safeguarding those standards at a university-wide level. By supporting transparent and consistent misconduct processes, the Academic Integrity Compliance Officer helps ensure fairness for students and staff alike. The position also contributes to institutional trust, regulatory compliance, and the broader mission of ethical education. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Carefully review the official position description to understand how the responsibilities align with your professional experience. – Demonstrate your understanding of academic integrity processes and your ability to work with confidential and sensitive information. – Highlight experience working collaboratively with academic staff or within governance, compliance, or quality assurance functions. – Prepare a concise, well-structured cover letter addressing the selection criteria and core competencies, within the recommended two-page limit. – Ensure your application clearly confirms your Australian work rights and readiness to complete required background checks. – Submit your application well before the closing date to allow time to address any technical or administrative issues.