Schedule 6. Professional staff classification descriptors

Level 3 duties typically require a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge or training in clerical/administrative, trades or technical functions equivalent to:
completion of a trades certificate or Certificate III, or

completion of Year 12 or a Certificate II, with relevant work experience, or

an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Staff members advancing through this level may typically perform duties which require further on the job training or knowledge and training equivalent to progress toward completion of a Certificate IV or Diploma.

Tradesperson, technical assistant/technical trainee, administrative assistant.

In technical positions, routine supervision, moving to general direction with experience. In other positions, general direction. This is the first level where supervision of other staff may be required.

Some complexity. Apply body of knowledge equivalent to trade certificate or Certificate III, including diagnostic skills and assessment of the best approach to a given task.

Perform tasks/assignments which require knowledge of the work area processes and an understanding of how they interact with other related areas and processes.

Exercise judgement on work methods and task sequence within specified timelines and standard practices and procedures.

In trades positions, apply the skills taught in a trades certificate or Certificate III, including performance of a range of construction, maintenance and repair tasks, using precision hand and power tools and equipment. In some cases this will involve familiarity with the work of other trades or require further training.

In technical assistant positions:
 

• assist a technical officer in operating a laboratory, including ordering supplies
• assist in setting up routine experiments
• monitor experiments for report to a technical officer
• assist with the preparation of specimens
• assist with the feeding and care of animals.
• Staff would be expected to perform a greater range and complexity of tasks as they progressed through the level and obtained further training.

In administrative positions, perform a range of administrative support tasks including:
 

• standard use of a range of desk-top based programs, e.g. word processing, established spreadsheet or database applications, and management information systems (e.g. financial, student or human resource systems). This may include store and retrieve documents, key and lay out correspondence and reports, merge, move and copy, use of columns, tables and basic graphics,
• provide general administrative support to other staff including setting up meetings, answering straightforward inquiries and directing others to the appropriate personnel,
• process accounts for payment.

In trades positions, apply the skills taught in a trades certificate or Certificate III, including performance of a range of construction, maintenance and repair tasks, using precision hand and power tools and equipment. In some cases this will involve familiarity with the work of other trades or require further training.

In technical assistant positions:

• assist a technical officer in operating a laboratory, including ordering supplies
• assist in setting up routine experiments
• monitor experiments for report to a technical officer
• assist with the preparation of specimens
• assist with the feeding and care of animals.

Staff would be expected to perform a greater range and complexity of tasks as they progressed through the level and obtained further training.

In administrative positions, perform a range of administrative support tasks including:
 

• standard use of a range of desk-top based programs, e.g. word processing, established spreadsheet or database applications, and management information systems (e.g. financial, student or human resource systems). This may include store and retrieve documents, key and lay out correspondence and reports, merge, move and copy, use of columns, tables and basic graphics
• provide general administrative support to other staff including setting up meetings, answering straightforward inquiries and directing others to the appropriate personnel
• process accounts for payment.

In technical positions, routine supervision to general direction depending upon experience and the complexity of the tasks. In other positions, general direction.

May supervise or co-ordinate others to achieve objectives, including liaison with staff at higher levels. May undertake stand-alone work.

In trades positions, extensive diagnostic skills.

In technical positions, apply theoretical knowledge and techniques to a range of procedures and tasks.

In administrative positions, provide factual advice which requires proficiency in the work area's rules and regulations, procedures requiring expertise in a specialist area or broad knowledge of a range of personnel and functions.

In trades positions:

work on complex engineering or interconnected electrical circuits
exercise high precision trades skills using various materials and/or specialised techniques.

In technical positions:

• develop new equipment to criteria developed and specified by others
• under routine direction, assist in the conduct of major experiments and research programs and/or in setting up complex or unusual equipment for a range of experiments and demonstrations
• demonstrate the use of equipment and prepare reports of a technical nature as directed.

In library technician positions:
 

• undertake copy cataloguing
• use a range of bibliographic databases
• undertake acquisitions
• respond to reference inquiries.

In administrative positions:

• may use a full range of desktop based programs, including word processing packages, mathematical formulae and symbols, manipulation of text and layout in desktop publishing and/or web software, and management information systems
• plan and set up spreadsheets or data base applications be responsible for providing a full range of secretarial services, e.g. in a faculty provide advice to students on enrolment procedures and requirements
• administer enrolment and course progression records.

Level 5 duties typically require a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge or training equivalent to:

• completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience, or
• completion of an advanced diploma qualification and at least 1 years subsequent relevant work experience, or
• completion of a diploma qualification and at least 2 years subsequent relevant work experience, or
• completion of a Certificate IV and extensive relevant work experience, or
• completion of a post-trades certificate and extensive (typically more than 2 years) relevant experience as a technician, or
• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Graduate (i.e. degree) or professional, without subsequent work experience on entry (including inexperienced computer systems officer); administrator with responsibility for advice and determinations; experienced technical officer.

In professional positions, routine supervision to general direction, depending on tasks involved and experience. In other positions, general direction and may supervise other staff.

Apply body of broad technical knowledge and experience at a more advanced level than Level 4, including the development of areas of specialist expertise.

In professional positions, apply theoretical knowledge, at degree level, in a straightforward way. In administrative positions, provide interpretation, advice and decisions on rules and entitlements.

Perform tasks/assignments which require proficiency in the work area's rules, regulations, policies, procedures, systems, processes and techniques, and how they interact with other related functions, in order to assist in their adaptation to achieve objectives, and advise, assist and influence others.

In professional positions, solve problems through the standard application of theoretical principles and techniques at degree level.

In technical positions, apply standard technical training and experience to solve problems. In administrative positions, may apply expertise in a particular set of rules or regulations to make decisions, or be responsible for co-ordinating a team to provide an administrative service.

In technical positions:

• develop new equipment to general specifications
• under general direction, assist in the conduct of major experiments and research programs and/or in setting up complex or unusual equipment for a range of experiments and demonstrations
• under broad direction, set up, monitor and demonstrate standard experiments and equipment use
• prepare reports of a technical nature.
• In library technician positions, perform at a higher level than Level 4, including:
• assist with reader education programs and more complex bibliographic and acquisition services
• operate a discrete unit within a library which may involve significant supervision or be the senior staff member in an out-posted service.
• In administrative positions:
• responsible for the explanation and administration of an administrative function, e.g. HECS advice, records, determinations and payments, a centralised enrolment function, the organisation and administration of exams at a small campus.

In professional positions and under professional supervision:

• work as part of a research team in a support role
• provide a range of library services including bibliographic assistance, original cataloguing and reader education in library and reference services
• provide counselling services.

Level 6 duties typically require a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge or training equivalent to:

• a degree with subsequent relevant experience, or
• extensive experience and specialist expertise or broad knowledge in technical or administrative fields, or
• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Graduate or professional with subsequent relevant work experience (including a computer systems officer with some experience); line manager; experienced technical specialist and/or technical supervisor.

In professional positions, general direction; in other positions, broad direction. May have extensive supervisory and line management responsibility for technical, administrative and other non-professional staff.

Perform work assignments guided by policy, precedent, professional standards and managerial or technical expertise. Staff members would have the latitude to develop or redefine procedure and interpret policy so long as other work areas are not affected. In technical and administrative areas, have a depth or breadth of expertise developed through extensive relevant experience and application.

Perform tasks/assignments which require proficiency in the work area's existing rules, regulations, policies, procedures, systems, processes and techniques and how they interact with other related functions, and to adapt those procedures and techniques as required to achieve objectives without impacting on other areas.

Discretion to innovate within own function and take responsibility for outcomes; design, develop and test complex equipment, systems and procedures; undertake planning involving resources use and develop proposals for resource allocation; exercise high level diagnostic skills on sophisticated equipment or systems; analyse and report on data and experiments.

In technical positions:
 

• manage a teaching or research laboratory or a field station
• provide highly specialised technical services
• set up complex experiments
• design and construct complex or unusual equipment to general specifications
• assist honours and postgraduate students with their laboratory requirements
• install, repair, provide and demonstrate computer services in laboratories.
• In administrative positions:
• provide financial, policy and planning advice
• service a range of administrative and academic committees, including preparation of agendas, papers, minutes and correspondence
• monitor expenditure against budget in a school or small faculty.

In professional positions:
 

• work as part of a research team
• provide a range of library services, including bibliographic assistance, original cataloguing and reader education in library and reference services
• provide counselling services
• undertake a range of computer programming tasks
• provide documentation and assistance to computer users
• analyse less complex user and system requirements.

Level 7 duties typically require a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge or training equivalent to:

• a degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience, or
• extensive experience and management expertise in technical or administrative fields, or
• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Senior librarian; technical manager; senior research assistant, professional or scientific officer; senior administrator in a small less complex faculty.

Broad direction. May manage other staff including administrative, technical and/or professional staff.

Independently relate existing policy to work assignments or rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems. In professional or technical positions, may be a recognised authority in a specialised area.

Detailed knowledge of academic and administrative policies and the interrelationships between a range of policies and activities.

Independently relate existing policy to work assignments, rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems, adapt procedures to fit policy prescriptions or use theoretical principles in modifying and adapting techniques. This may involve stand alone work or the supervision of others in order to achieve objectives. It may also involve the interpretation of policy which has an impact beyond the immediate work area.

In a library, combine specialist expertise and responsibilities for managing a library function.

In student services, the training and supervision of other professional staff combined with policy development responsibilities which may include research and publication.

In technical manager positions, the management of teaching and research facilities for a department or school.
In research positions, acknowledged expertise in a specialised area or a combination of technical management and specialised research.

In administrative positions, provide less senior administrative support to relatively small and less complex faculties or equivalent.

Level 8 duties typically require a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge or training equivalent to:
 

• postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or
• extensive experience and management expertise, or
• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Manager (including administrative, research, professional or scientific); senior school or faculty administrator; researcher.

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. May have management responsibility for a functional area and/or manage other staff including administrative, technical and/or professional staff.

Work at this level is likely to require the development of new ways of using a specific body of knowledge which applies to work assignments, or may involve the integration of other specific bodies of knowledge.

• Assist in the management of a large functional unit with a diverse or complex set of functions and significant resources.
• Manage a function or development and implementation of a policy requiring a high degree of knowledge and sensitivity.
• Manage a small or specialised unit where significant innovation, initiative and/or judgement are required.
• Provide senior administrative support to schools and faculties of medium complexity, taking into account the size, budget, course structure, external activities and management practices within the faculty or equivalent unit.

• postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or
• extensive management experience and proven management expertise, or
• an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Assist in the management of a large functional unit with a diverse or complex set of functions and significant resources.

Manage a function or development and implementation of a policy requiring a high degree of knowledge and sensitivity and the integration of internal and external requirements.

Manage a small and specialised unit where significant innovation, initiative and/or judgement are required.

Provide senior administrative support to the more complex schools and faculties, taking into account the size, budget, course structure, external activities and management practices within the faculty or equivalent unit.

• proven expertise in the management of significant human and material resources; in addition to, in some areas,
• postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience.

Manage a large functional unit with a diverse or complex set of functions and significant resources.
 

Manage a more complex function or unit where significant innovation, initiative and/or judgement are required.
 

Provide senior administrative support to the most complex schools and faculties in large institutions, involving complex course structures, significant staff and financial resources, outside activities and extensive devolution of administrative, policy and financial management responsibilities to this position.

Area managed

Single section, usually only one significant component.

Number of staff

Usually 5-10, at least one of whom would be above ANUO 6/7 level.

Area managed

Administrative structure for a school or an office/branch usually with more than one significant component.

Number of staff

Usually 5-50, at least one of whom would be above ANUO 8 level.

Area managed

A major portion of the ANU or a number of faculties or more than one school or more than one office/branch but less than a division.

Number of staff

Usually 20+, at least one of whom would be above ANUO 9/10 level.  

Normally a number of classification streams, more than one profession.

Performs a number of major functions (more than 2), at least one of which must be professional for a campus-wide client base and important for the ANU to achieve its objective OR performs a major number of service functions for a substantial portion of the ANU.  

Prepares initial drafts of policy which has campus-wide impact and/or formulates policy for a substantial area of the ANU for approval by management committee.

Goals usually set by management committee. Devises strategy for achievement of goals subject to approval by management committee.

Reporting lines may be diffuse. Staff at this level would not usually have a single direct supervisor.  

Resources within budget.

Responsible for additional resources.

Capacity to commit to own area only.  

If the impact of decision making or advice offered has a substantial effect outside the staff member's own area, a higher level may be appropriate.  

Area managed

Campus-wide client base. Usually controls a division.

Number of staff

Usually 20+, at least one of whom would be above ANUO 9/10 level.

Usually responsible for divisional budget.  

Normally a number of classification streams, more than one profession.

Performs a number of major functions (more than 2), at least one of which must be professional for a campus-wide client base and important for the ANU to achieve its objective or performs a major number of service functions for a substantial portion of the ANU.  

Determines policy and strategy for own area. May determine University policy with relation to own area of responsibility.

May set goals for own area, will be a key player in such goal setting.
Will participate in goal setting for ANU, at least in matters relating to own area.

Key factor in determining level is that SAO4/SM5 staff will report to a Pro Vice-Chancellor or higher.  

May commit ANU on matters within specified limits.  

If the impact of decision making or advice offered has a major effect on broad University policy outside the staff member's normal area of operation, a higher level may be appropriate.    

To modify or alter.  

To recommend a course of action; to counsel; to give advice to (not simply to tell or inform).        

To study the factors of a situation or problem in detail in order to determine the solution or outcome.  

The resolution or breaking up of factors/tasks/data into their various simple elements.  

To foresee events, trends, consequence or problems.  

To sanction officially; to ratify (thereby assuming responsibility).  

A School, Centre, The Faculties or University Division (e.g. Buildings and Grounds Division, Central Areas, Finance and Accounting Division, Secretary's Division).
See also: Local Work Area  

To lend aid; to help; to give support to.  

To work with and act jointly with others.    

Thoughts and information are expressed clearly, concisely with the choice of words adjusted to meet the needs of others. Careful listening ensures a mutual understanding of the information exchanged. Written work is accurate, logical, concise and expressed in a way which others can easily follow.  

Intricate, complicated; consisting of a number of inter-related steps requiring analysis and/or judgement.    

To form ideas or notions which give rise to options, solutions or improved methods or understanding.  

To confer with; to seek the advice, views or ideas of others.  

To communicate with.  

To bring into common action; to harmonise; to integrate.  

To assign or entrust to another tasks, duties or responsibilities whilst retaining ultimate accountability and responsibility.  

To illustrate and explain, especially with examples.  

To create a plan or scheme.      

To initiate, elaborate or expand a plan, program or course of action.  

To plan or invent a way of doing something or an alternative way of doing something.  

To ascertain the condition of; to identify an error or malfunction.  

To apportion or deal out as in distributing literature or mail.

To write or compose papers or documents in rough, preliminary or final form, usually for clearance and approval by others.  

To set up; to institute; to place on a firm basis.  

To appraise; to assess the value of.      

A person having particular skill(s), experience and in-depth knowledge.  

To make easy or less difficult (usually by doing something to advance the accomplishment of some objective).  

To develop or devise a statement of policy, a method or a procedure.  

To carry out a task, plan or program.      

The extent to which a staff member is allowed or encouraged to work without supervision or direction.  

To begin a process; set going; originate.    

To exercise creativity in introducing something new or in making changes.  

Action or behaviour that influences and responds to that of another or others.  

The ability to make sound decisions, recognising the consequences of decisions taken or actions performed.  

The ability to create a cohesive, cooperative and equitable work group which effectively achieves the objectives of the work area. Leadership implies the continual development of staff and giving and receiving constructive feedback on a regular basis.  

To maintain contact with; to act as intermediary between parties.  

A Centre, Unit, Office, Department or Program.    

To keep possession of; to hold or keep in an appropriate condition; to keep up to date or current.  

To take responsibility for; to control.      

To make changes to.    

To watch, check, keep track of or record progress of.  

To communicate or confer with others for the purpose of arranging some matter by mutual agreement; to have discussions with a view to some compromise or settlement.  

To conduct or perform an activity.    

To take part in.  

To carry out or execute some action.  

The written determinations, guidelines, procedures or accepted practice which govern actions.  

To make ready for a particular purpose.  

The process of defining and selecting the appropriate course or courses of action in order to resolve problems or difficulties, or seek out most desirable or workable outcomes; may involve innovation.  

To handle in accordance with prescribed procedures.  

Having a demonstrated ability to perform relevant tasks competently.  

To propose a course of action for decision or approval.  

To register; to set down in writing.  

To act in the place of, or on behalf of.  

To give an account of; to furnish information or data.  

The systematic investigation into and study of materials or sources to establish facts, collate information and make recommendations when appropriate.  

To re-examine, to re-assess, to re-evaluate.  

To rework in order to correct or improve; to make a new, improved or up to date version of.

Standard or regular way of working usually within established processes, methods and guidelines.  

Presenting no complications.  

To plan and develop proposals to achieve organisational goals and objectives.  

Support critical to achievement of an objective.  

To take leadership and responsibility for the direction and performance of staff and work in a designated work area.  

The staff member designated by the University to supervise the work and performance of employees as human resources; may have responsibility for non-human resources.  

To grasp the meaning of; to have knowledge of or technical acquaintance with  

School or Faculty where the activity has a major influence; or the influence is on a major area of the University; or there is a significant influence University-wide.  

To make use of.  

To prove to be true or accurate; to confirm or substantiate.  

Year 12 and extensive relevant work experience or equivalent combination of experience and training.  

General direction. May supervise other staff.  

Interpret local policies and rules. Apply increased skills to varied range of functions. Greater independence of action than at ANUO3 level. Complexity of functions performed by stores positions may be greater due to imprest function.            

Proficient in processes. Broad knowledge of related functions elsewhere and other areas' operations which interact with the process used or on outcomes.  

Through application of experience and precedents solve problems related to own work at local level only.
Stores positions require expertise in stores procedures and provide advice at that level.  

Degree or Year 12 and extensive relevant work experience OR equivalent combination of experience and training.  

General direction. May supervise, or delegate some tasks to other staff.
Stores positions will have supervisory responsibility.  

Provision of preliminary advice on the application of University policies and procedures OR requires expertise in some area. Apply procedures and techniques to achieve objectives.
Imprest function at University-wide level for stores positions.  

Proficient in processes and procedures. Sound knowledge of related functions elsewhere within the University and their interaction with the local area's operation.
Stores positions require extensive knowledge of stores environment.  

Make decisions based on experience and expertise. Provide advice at that level. Planning and coordinating work may be required.
Stores positions require expertise in stores procedures and provide advice at that level.  

Degree with relevant experience or extensive experience in administrative field or an equivalent combination of extensive relevant experience and education/training.  

Broad direction relating to work methods and practices. May have supervisory responsibility for administrative or cross stream staff.  

Using acquired experience and skills undertake and manage work assignments, guided by policy, precedents and/or standards. Modify and define procedures with the effect confined to local work area (e.g. Business Manager's Office).  

Adapt administrative processes used elsewhere within University to own area of work. Possess working knowledge of related administrative functions external to own organisational unit (e.g. Faculty).  

Discretion to innovate within own functions and take responsibility for outcomes. Develop and test procedures and/or systems. Plan and develop proposals for use of resources (e.g. Business Manager's Office).  

Progress towards postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience* or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.
* Note: as a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.  

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. May have management responsibility for a functional area and/or supervisory responsibility for administrative and/or cross-stream staff.  

Responsible for management of an area of work. Conceptualise, develop and review for consideration by more senior officers major administrative policies at University level or significant high level creative, planning and management functions.  

Make recommendations on policy. Develop and/or implement programs/projects involving major change which may impact on other areas' operations.  

Responsible for program/project development and implementation. Provide strategic administrative support and advice to one or more of the following: University Divisions, Schools, The Faculties, Centres or Activities. Such support requiring integration of a range of University policies and external requirements, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisational structures.  

Postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.
Extensive management experience and proven management expertise.  

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will manage other administrative and cross stream staff.  

Responsible for management of an area of work. Conceptualise, develop and review for consideration by more senior officers major administrative policies at University level or significant high level creative, planning and management functions.  

Initiate and develop new policies and review major policies, objectives and strategies. Responsible for programs involving major change which may impact on other areas of the University.  

Responsible for program/project development and implementation. Provide strategic administrative support and advice to one or more of the following: University Divisions, Schools, The Faculties, Centres or Activities. Such support requiring integration of a range of University policies and external requirements, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisational structures.  

Requires skills and knowledge relevant to duties performed or Year 12 or equivalent combination of experience and training.  

Routine but close if task less than straightforward.  

On occasion performs tasks which are not straightforward.  

Broad knowledge of work area including functions plus location and availability of related areas.  

Solve simple problems using precedents. Choose from limited range of alternatives.  

Year 12 and some relevant work experience or equivalent combination of experience and training.  

General direction. Will supervise other staff.  

Some complexity. Apply skills over range of duties. May assist more senior staff with specific organisational tasks associated with the nature of work.  

Knowledge of processes. School or Centre-wide knowledge. Some knowledge of related functions elsewhere.  

Assessment of best approach to given task.  

Relevant Degree OR qualifications acceptable for Graduate membership of Engineers Australia.  

Routine supervision to general direction. May be required to supervise cross-stream staff.  

Apply engineering knowledge, principles and techniques in a straightforward way.  

Tasks/assignments which require proficiency in work area's rules, regulations, processes and techniques and know how they interact with other functions.  

Solve engineering problems through standard application of principles and techniques at degree level.  

Degree plus relevant experience* and qualifications acceptable for Corporate membership as a Member of Engineers Australia.
* Note: As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.  

Broad direction but closer supervision on more complex engineering activities. May manage other administrative, technical and/or professional staff.  

Apply engineering knowledge and skills to the research/teaching program, or at University level.  

Detailed knowledge of relevant research teaching or site implications and relevant external engineering activities.  

Take responsibility for own work outcomes. Design, develop and test complex equipment, systems and procedures. Diagnose problems on sophisticated equipment. Devise ways in which a specific body of knowledge is applied to solve complex problems. Adapt procedures and use theoretical principles in modifying and adapting techniques. May have impact beyond the immediate work area.  

Eligibility for Corporate membership of Engineers Australia plus extensive relevant experience* OR eligibility for Corporate membership of Engineers Australia plus postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience.
* Note: As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.  

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. May manage administrative, technical and/or professional staff.  

Innovative and may contribute to research and/or planning and policy development. Independently apply engineering knowledge and skills to a particular area of engineering and assess implications.  

Devises and/or contributes to design of projects/programs involving major change, the results of which may impact on other areas' operations.  

Contribute to project/program design, development and implementation.  

Eligibility for Corporate membership of Engineers Australia plus extensive relevant experience* OR eligibility for Corporate membership of Engineers Australia plus postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience.
* Note: As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 6 years.

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will manage administrative and/or technical and professional staff.  

Demonstrated capacity to develop and review major projects in area of expertise. Innovative and may contribute to research and/or planning and policy development. Independently apply engineering knowledge and skills to a particular area of engineering and assess implications.  

Responsible for development and implementation of project/program involving major change, the results of which may impact on other areas' operations. High level consultation.  

Responsible for program development and implementation.  

Postgraduate qualifications plus extensive relevant experience* acceptable for Corporate membership as a Senior Member of Engineers Australia.
* Note: As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 8 years.  

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will manage administrative and/or technical and professional staff.  

Tasks require the capacity and skills acquired through achievement in areas at the forefront of engineering practice plus management and accountability for major research and/or teaching projects or programs. Initiate and/or use high level theoretical and applied knowledge. Comprehensive knowledge of related projects/ programs and other relevant fields.  

Multi-perspective understanding of the development, carriage and implementation of projects/ programs, and marketing of scientific developments required.  

Fully responsible for achievement of significant objectives and projects/programs.  

No formal qualifications. Some previous experience which is relevant to one of the areas of work is essential.  

Routine but close if task less than straightforward.  

Perform tasks within established procedures. May on occasion perform more complex tasks. Some botanical knowledge may be required.  

Detailed knowledge of grounds and service locations.  

Solve simple problems using precedents, established practices & procedures.  

Horticulture/Greenkeeping Certificate with some relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education/training and relevant experience.  

General direction. May supervise other staff.  

Some complexity. Some analysis of best way to undertake or complete tasks.  

Knowledge of own work area processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related areas.  

Judgement on which task should be done in order to complete work to deadline. Some diagnosis required.  

Horticulture/Greenkeeping Certificate plus relevant experience* OR an equivalent combination of education/training and extensive relevant experience.

Supervisory experience.
* As a guide, it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be 4 years  

General direction. Will supervise other staff.  

Will undertake planning or design functions related to University grounds and their maintenance. Apply skills to varied range of tasks.  

Knowledge of own work area processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related areas. Perform work requiring proficiency with methods. Knowledge of objectives in order to coordinate gardening activities.  

Diagnose and solve problems through application of experience, precedents, and theoretical knowledge.  

ANU Officer Levels 1 to 2 are broadbanded in this stream. It is expected that occupants will progress to the higher levels within the broadband subject to gaining greater knowledge, skills and experience reflected in the Primary descriptors.  

Persons employed at Level 3 shall typically perform duties at a skill level which assumes and requires knowledge or training in clerical/administrative, trades or technical functions equivalent to:
completion of a trades certificate; or
completion of Year 12, with relevant work experience; or
equivalent relevant experience or combination of relevant experience and education/training.
 Trade Certificate OR equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.  

In technical positions, routine supervision, moving to general direction with experience. In other positions, general direction. This is the first level where supervision of other staff may be required general direction. May supervise other staff.  

Some complexity. Apply body of knowledge equivalent to trade certificate, including diagnostic skills and assessment of the best approach to a given task.
Some complexity. Some analysis of best way to undertake or complete tasks.  

Perform tasks/assignments which require knowledge of the work area processes and an understanding of how they interact with other related areas and processes.
Knowledge of own work area trade processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related trade areas.  

Exercise judgement on work methods and task sequence within specified timelines and standard practices and procedures.
Judgement on which task should be done in order to complete work to deadline.  

Year 12 and extensive relevant work experience or equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.  

General direction. Will supervise other staff.  

Perform work requiring proficiency in the work area's regulations and processes. Greater independence of action than at ANUO 3 level. Apply skills to a varied range of tasks. These may be stock rotation, ordering and product knowledge.  

Proficient in the work area's processes and broad knowledge of related functions elsewhere.  

Through application of experience, solve problems at local level.  

Completion of an advanced diploma qualification and at least 1 years subsequent relevant work experience or equivalent combination of relevant experience and training  

General direction. Will supervise other staff.  

Apply broad knowledge and experience related to the field, including the development of areas of specialist expertise. Provide interpretation, advice and decisions on rules and entitlements.  

Perform tasks/assignments which require proficiency in the work area's rules, regulations, policies, procedures, systems, processes and techniques, and how they interact with other related functions, in order to assist in their adaptation to achieve objectives, and advise, assist and influence others.

Solve problems through application of training and experience. May apply expertise in a particular set of rules or regulations to make decisions, or be responsible for co-ordinating a team to provide service.  

A degree with subsequent relevant experience or extensive experience and specialist expertise or
equivalent combination of relevant experience and training  

Broad direction. Will have extensive supervisory and line management responsibility  

Have a depth or breadth of expertise developed through extensive relevant experience and application. Perform work assignments guided by policy, precedent, professional standards and managerial or technical expertise. Staff members would have the latitude to develop or redefine procedure and interpret policy so long as other work areas are not affected.  

Perform duties which require proficiency in the work area's existing rules, regulations, policies, procedures, systems, processes and techniques and how they interact with other related functions, and to adapt those procedures and techniques as required to achieve objectives without impacting on other areas.

Discretion to innovate within own function and take responsibility for outcomes; undertake planning involving resources use; and analyse, develop and report on financial, policy and planning issues.  

A degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience or extensive experience and management expertise in a related field or equivalent combination of relevant experience and training  

Broad direction. Will manage other staff from various streams.  

Independently relate existing policy to work assignments or rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems. May be a recognised authority in a specialised area.  

Detailed knowledge of policies and legislation, and the interrelationships between a range of policies and activities.  

Independently relate existing policy and legislation to work assignments; rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems; adapt procedures to fit policy prescriptions or use theoretical principles in modifying and adapting techniques to achieve objectives. .  

Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or extensive experience and management expertise, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. Management responsibility for a complex set of functions and significant resources and manage staff including other staff from various streams.  

Work at this level is likely to require the development of new ways of using a specific body of knowledge which applies to work assignments, or may involve the integration of other specific bodies of knowledge.

Make policy recommendations to others and implement programs involving major change which may impact on other areas of the institution's operations.

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic advice and achieve objectives operating within complex organisation structures.

Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or extensive management experience and proven management expertise, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Management responsibility for a major functional area and manage staff including other staff from various streams.  

Demonstrated capacity to conceptualise, develop and review major policies at the corporate level. Significant high level creative, planning and management functions. Responsibility for significant resources.  

Conceptualise, develop and review major policies, objectives and strategies involving high level liaison with internal and external client areas. Responsible for programs involving major change which may impact on other areas of the institution's operations  

Responsible for significant program development and implementation. Provide strategic advice at the corporate level requiring integration of a range of internal and external policies and demands, and an ability to achieve broad objectives while operating within complex organisational structures.  

Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience and proven management expertise in the management of significant human and material resources or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Broad direction, operating with a high degree of autonomy. Substantial management responsibility for diverse activities and/or staff (including technical and/or professional staff).  

Complex, significant and high level creative planning, program and managerial functions with clear accountability for the performance of a unit of function. Comprehensive knowledge of related programs. Generate and use a high level of theoretical and applied knowledge for the management of the area.

Bring a multi-perspective understanding to the development, carriage, marketing and implementation of new policies; devise new ways of adapting the organisation's strategies to new, including externally generated, demands.
Be fully responsible for the achievement of significant organisational objectives and programs.  

Be fully responsible for the achievement of significant organisational objectives and programs.  

ANU Officer Levels 2 to 3 are broadbanded in this stream. It is expected that occupants will progress to the higher levels within the broadband subject to gaining greater knowledge, skills and experience reflected in the Primary descriptors.  

Associate Diploma OR Year 12 and extensive relevant work experience OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.  

General direction. May supervise other staff.  

Apply skills to varied range of computing tasks. These may be limited programming, design or IT support functions.  

Proficient in the area's Information Technology processes and techniques and how they inter-relate with other related areas.  

Apply techniques to a range of Information Technology tasks.

Degree OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training. &nbsnbsp;

General direction. May supervise other staff.  

Tasks requiring application of theoretical knowledge obtained through tertiary study or work experience.  

Proficient in the area's Information Technology processes and techniques and how they inter-relate with other related areas.  

Apply theoretical knowledge to solve straightforward computing problems.  

Degree plus relevant experience* or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.

Broad direction. May manage other administrative, technical and/or professional staff.

Rethink the way a specific body of Information Technology knowledge is applied to solve problems. May be a recognised authority in a particular Information Technology field or developing specialisation.

Detailed knowledge of academic and/or administrative systems and their inter-relationship with other Information Technology and programming applications and/or detailed knowledge of resources for support, and of the support structures of the ANU.  

Relate University policy to work assignments.  

Progress towards Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience* or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 3 years.  

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. Will probably manage other administrative, technical and/or professional staff.  

Develop new methods of using specific body of Information Technology knowledge. May involve integration with other bodies of knowledge. Probably recognised authority in their particular specialisation.  

Knowledge of University policy which may impact on the area's operations and/or provide a protection within the University environment for other or all areas of the University. Implement academic and administrative systems.  

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic Information Technology support and advice to other areas of the University.  

Postgraduate qualification and relevant experience* plus management experience and expertise or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 6 years.

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will manage other administrative, technical and/or professional staff.

Conceptualise, develop and review major administrative policies at University level. Responsible for management and resources of an area of work.

Initiate and develop new policies and review major policy objectives and strategies. Recommends on and responsible for implementation of programs involving major change which may impact on other areas of the University.  

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to other areas of the University requiring integration of a range of University policies and external requirements, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisation structures.  

Postgraduate qualifications and relevant experience* plus management experience and proven management expertise or an equivalent combination of experience and education/training.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 8 years.  

Broad direction, operating with a high overall degree of autonomy. Will manage other administrative, technical and/or professional staff.  

Conceptualise, develop and review major administrative policies at University level. Responsible for management of a complex area of work. Accountable for program performance. Comprehensive knowledge of related programs.  

Devise new ways of adapting strategies to meet new internal and external demands.

Full responsibility for achieving significant objectives and programs.  

Associate Diploma in Library Studies or a Library Technician Certificate or an equivalent combination of relevant training and extensive relevant experience.  

Initially routine supervision, moving to general direction depending on experience and the complexity of tasks.
May supervise and coordinate others. May undertake stand alone work.  

Work is of a library nature and requires only a limited knowledge of library functions and relationships between areas. May undertake limited creative, planning or design functions. Apply skills to varied range of different tasks. Proficiency in rules, regulations and procedures which apply to own work.

Work performed requires knowledge of the functions, processes and rules of one work area, and its inter-relationship with other areas.  

Some interpretation of procedures and application of judgement, which will vary depending on the location of the position.  

Degree in librarianship or Graduate Diploma in Librarianship or equivalent or Associate Diploma in library studies and relevant experience*.
* As a guide, it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be at least 2 years.  

May supervise and co-ordinate others. Routine supervision to general direction for qualified Librarian positions.  

Application of technical knowledge, or for Librarians professional knowledge followed by development of skills and expertise. Provide advice on procedures, policies and services as required.  

Familiarity with library procedures, policies and services. Proficiency in work areas rules, processes and techniques.  

May apply expertise and/or make decisions within framework of established methods and procedures.  

Librarianship degree or Graduate Diploma with library experience* including some management experience. Eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.  

Broad direction related to Divisional policy and planning objectives. May be expected to supervise. Supervision may include qualified Library staff.  

Design work flows. In depth knowledge of library functions and their inter-relationship is required and applied. May be recognised authority in a library activity or activities in particular subject area. Required to modify, develop and implement services.  

Detailed knowledge of area activities as related to and applied from own work area and the inter-relationship between these activities and other University policies, objectives, and activities.  

Detailed knowledge of area activities as related to and applied from own work area and the inter-relationship between these activities and other University policies, objectives, and activities.  

Degree in Librarianship or Graduate Diploma with relevant experience* and substantial management experience. Eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.  

Broad direction related to Divisional policy, objectives and planning, working with a degree of autonomy. Depending on the area may be expected to manage a large number of staff.  

Work assignments guided by Library standards and technical expertise or particular requirements. Will be a recognised authority in a particular library activity. Will implement the integration of Library and/or University policy. Demonstrated capacity to conceptualise, develop and review relevant policies at Library level. Full grasp of University needs in order to provide strategic support and advice to the Library and its users.  

Recommend and implement policies and programs involving major change which may impact on other areas of the University.  

Contribute to program development and be responsible for its implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to the Library requiring integration of a range of University policies and external requirements, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisational structures.  

Degree in Librarianship, or Graduate Diploma with relevant experience* plus eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association together with extensive library and management experience and proven management expertise.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 6 years.

Broad direction subject to the requirements of senior management only, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will manage staff in a high level specialist service or section.  

Work assignments guided by library standards and technical expertise or particular requirements, University needs and national trends. Participate in the formulation of Library policy at University level with senior staff. May involve establishment and maintenance of contact with a wide range of commercial and professional organisations. Will be a primary resource for advice on particular activities at University level. Will coordinate the integration of policies. Demonstrated capacity to conceptualise, develop and review policies at Library and/or University level. Recommends on allocation of Library resources.

Initiate and develop policies and programs involving major change which may impact on other areas of the University. Extensive and/ or in depth knowledge of local and national library, University and higher education industry policies/trends will be required for achievement of particular Library objectives.  

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to the Library requiring integration of a range of University policies and external requirements, an ability to achieve objectives, operating within complex organisational structures.  

Degree in Librarianship, or Graduate Diploma, with relevant experience* together with proven expertise in the management of significant human and material resources. Eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association.
* As a guide, it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be at least 8 years.  

Broad direction subject to the requirements of senior management only, operating with a high overall degree of autonomy. Will manage staff in a high level specialist service or section.  

Conceptualise, develop, review and negotiate policies at library and University level. Responsible for management of complex area of work. Accountability for program performance. Recommends to senior management on the allocation of significant library resources. Generate and use a high level of theoretical and applied knowledge.  

Devise new ways of adapting strategies to meet new internal and external demands.  

Full responsibility for achievement of significant objectives and programs.  

It is expected that occupants will have the knowledge, skills and experience reflected in the Primary descriptors for Level 2.  

Trade Certificate or equivalent.  

General direction. May supervise non-trades staff.  

Some complexity. Some analysis of best way to undertake or complete tasks.  

Knowledge of own work area trade processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related trade areas.  

Judgement on which task should be done in order to complete work to deadline.  

Completion of a trade certificate or certificate lll and relevant experience. Appropriate trade licence.  

General direction. May supervise other staff.  

May undertake limited planning or design functions. Apply skills to varied range of tasks.  

Knowledge of own work area trade processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related trade areas. Perform work requiring proficiency with methods. Knowledge and understanding of cross-trade functions. May coordinate cross-trade functions.            

Diagnose and solve problems through application of experience, precedents and/or theoretical knowledge.

Completion of post-trade certificate or advanced certificate plus extensive relevant experience*. Appropriate trade licence. Supervisory experience required. For internal candidates only an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Appropriate trade licence.

* As a guide, it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be 2 or more years.

Limited direction. Will supervise other staff.

Apply trade skills/knowledge to varied range of tasks at advanced level. Lead a team of maintenance staff performing a trade function.

Knowledge of own work area processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related areas. Perform work requiring proficiency with methods. Knowledge and understanding of cross-trade functions. Will coordinate cross-trade functions.

Diagnose and solve complex problems through application of experience, precedents and/or theoretical knowledge.

Completion of post-trade certificate or advanced certificate plus extensive relevant experience**. Appropriate trade licence. IN a non 'trade-essential' role: A degree with subsequent relevant experience* OR Advanced Diploma plus extensive experience** OR extensive experience and specialist expertise, including some supervisory experience. OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training

* As a guide, it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be 1 year.

** As a guide it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be 3 or more years.

Broad direction. May have extensive supervisory and line management responsibility OR undertake standalone work in a lead project or function role.

Have a depth or breadth of expertise developed through extensive relevant experience and application. Perform work assignments guided by policy, precedent, professional standards and managerial or technical expertise. Staff members would have the latitude to develop or redefine procedure and interpret policy with the effect confined to the local work area or zone. May lead a team of maintenance staff performing a trade function OR lead responsibility for a special project or advanced trade function.

Knowledge of own work area processes and their inter-relations with processes of other related areas. Perform work requiring proficiency with existing rules and regulations, methods and techniques . Knowledge and understanding of cross-trade functions. May coordinate cross-trade functions.

Diagnose and solve complex problems through application of experience, precedents and/or theoretical knowledge. Discretion to innovate within own function and take responsibility for outcomes; undertake planning involving resources use; and analyse, develop and report on financial, policy and planning issues.

A degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience OR Advanced Diploma plus extensive experience or extensive experience and management expertise in a related field or equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.

Broad direction. May manage other staff from various streams.

Independently relate existing policy to work assignments or rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems. May be a recognised authority in a specialised area.

Detailed knowledge of policies and legislation, and the interrelationships between a range of policies and activities.

Independently relate existing policy and legislation to work assignments; rethink the way a specific body of knowledge is applied in order to solve problems; adapt procedures to fit policy prescriptions or use theoretical principles in modifying and adapting techniques to achieve objectives. May have impact beyond the immediate work area or zone.

ANU Officer Levels 2 to 3 are broadbanded in this stream. It is expected that occupants will progress to the higher levels within the broadband subject to gaining greater knowledge, skills and experience reflected in the Primary descriptors.

Associate Diploma or Year 12 and relevant experience* or a combination of experience and training.
* As a guide, it is expected that experience in this context and at this level will be 6 years.

Routine supervision to general direction. Supervision of other staff may be required.

May undertake limited creative, planning or design functions. Apply skills to varied range of printing tasks.

Knowledge of printing area processes and their connection with other related areas on campus. Perform work requiring proficiency with methods and techniques.

Apply theory and techniques to printing tasks. Solve problems.

HSC and/or relevant research experience or progress towards a degree.

General direction.

Apply research skills to varied range of different tasks.

Knowledge of research processes in own area, other related research areas, and research resources.

Application of skills only. Minor decisions related to process only.

Completion of a degree without subsequent relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education and training.

General direction.

Apply research knowledge in the discipline(s) to the research program(s).

Familiarity with research processes in own area, other related research areas, and research resources.  

Solve problems through standard application of theory and techniques at degree level.

Degree and relevant experience at ANUO 6 Level or equivalent*.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.

Broad direction. May have supervisory/management responsibility.

Independently relate existing research to the particular research area and assess implications.

Adapt research processes to own area. Detailed knowledge of related research.

Analyse and report on data and experiments. Vary or modify process and/or rethink the application of specific bodies of knowledge in order to solve problems and achieve research objectives.

Postgraduate qualifications or progress towards postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience or, for internal progression, degree and relevant experience at ANUO 7 level*.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 3 years.

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. May have supervisory responsibility for cross stream staff.

High and consistent record of intellectual input and achievement in research.

Contribute to advancement of research objectives through in-depth knowledge of related national and international research programs and scientific advances in related areas.

Influence research direction. Contribute independently. Advise on and develop new strategies for the support and implementation of research programs.

Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience. Internal progression to this level will be considered on the basis of development above the ANUO 8 requirements plus the remaining criteria for this level.

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Normally will have some supervisory responsibility.

High and consistent record of intellectual input and achievement in research. Will be developing new approaches in the use of specific research knowledge.

Contribute to advancement of research objectives through in-depth knowledge of related national and international research programs and scientific advances in related areas.

Advise on and develop new and complex strategies for the support and implementation of research programs. Influence research direction. Develop own area of independent research.

Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience. Proven expertise in the management of significant human and material resources, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.

Broad direction, operating with a high overall degree of autonomy. Will have substantial management responsibility for diverse activities and/or staff (including administrative, technical and/or professional staff).

High level consistent record of intellectual input on complex matters and achievement in research. Generate new approaches in the use of specific research knowledge using a high level of theoretical and applied knowledge.

Bring a multiperspective understanding to the development, carriage and implementation of research objectives through in-depth knowledge of related national and international research programs and scientific advances in related areas.

Be fully responsible for the development of new and complex strategies for the support and implementation of research programs. Significant influence on research direction. Maintain own area of independent research.

Completion of Year 12 plus relevant work experience or equivalent relevant experience or a combination of relevant experience and training.

Routine supervision, moving to general direction with experience.

Apply knowledge gained from experience and rules/regulations governing the work. Assessment of best approach to tasks normally required.

Knowledge of work processes and detailed knowledge of University campus.

Ability to exercise judgement in relation to work and to work within timelines and standard practices and procedures.

Possession of a current security licence and extensive relevant work experience or equivalent combination of experience and training.

General direction. Will supervise other security/cleaning staff.

Interpret local policies and rules. Apply increased skills to varied range of functions.

Proficient in processes. Broad knowledge of work processes and detailed knowledge of University campus. Knowledge of related functions elsewhere and other areas' operations (particularly Facilities and Services), which interact with the processes used or on outcomes.

Through application of experience and precedents solve problems related to own work at local level only.

ANU Officer Levels 2 to 3 are broadbanded in this stream. It is expected that occupants will progress to the higher levels within the broadband subject to gaining greater knowledge, skills and experience reflected in the Primary descriptors.

Associate Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.

Routine supervision to general direction. Supervision of other staff may be required, including technical supervision of students in teaching laboratories and/or on field work.

May undertake limited creative, planning or design functions. This may include the use and/or manipulation of various computer software applications. Apply skills to varied range of tasks. Perform work requiring proficiency with methods and techniques.
May provide support to a teaching program, for example set up laboratories, field equipment, and ensure appropriate teaching materials are available.
May assist in the delivery of a teaching program, for example demonstrate experiments, techniques and methods and the use of equipment.

Knowledge of own work area technical processes and their relationship with technical processes of other related areas.

Research and apply theoretical knowledge and techniques to a range of procedures and tasks.

Degree with relevant experience* or broad technical knowledge or equivalent combination of experience** and education/training.
Notes:
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 2 years.
** As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.  

Broad direction. May have extensive supervisory and line management responsibility, including technical supervision of students in teaching laboratories and/or on field work.

Perform work assignments with technical expertise within established standards. Some ingenuity in design and/or the application of techniques to own work is required. This may include the use and/or manipulation of various computer software applications. Development associated with method and techniques.
May support a teaching program, for example design and develop practical experiments, and assist with the development and planning of coursework.
May participate in the delivery of a teaching program.

Some understanding of procedures and techniques being applied elsewhere which may be adaptable/applicable to own work.

Research, design, develop and test complex techniques and/or equipment. Diagnose problems on sophisticated equipment and systems. Analyse and report on data and experiments.

Degree plus relevant experience* or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
Management expertise and extensive technical experience.
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.

Broad direction. May manage other administrative and/or technical staff, including technical supervision of students in teaching laboratories and/or on field work.

Perform work assignments with technical expertise. Ingenuity required when performing own work. This may include the use and/or manipulation of various computer software applications. Apply body of knowledge to solve technical, research and/or teaching problems.
May support a teaching program, for example design and develop practical experiments, and assist with the development and planning of coursework.
May participate in the delivery of a teaching program.

Detailed knowledge of all relevant administrative and technical policies and procedures, including inter-action with other areas.

Diagnose problems on sophisticated equipment. Research ways in which a specific body of knowledge can be applied to solve complex problems. Adapt procedures and use theoretical principles in modifying and adapting techniques. May have impact beyond the immediate work area.

Progress towards or Postgraduate qualifications plus extensive experience* or extensive experience** and technical management expertise or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training.
Notes
* As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.
** As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be more than 6 years.

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. May manage administrative, technical and/or professional staff, including technical supervision of students in teaching laboratories and/or on field work.

Use expertise in the area to be technically innovative and to contribute to teaching and/or research or planning and policy development. Significant input to research and/or teaching and/or significant input to management of technical resources at Faculty and School level. This may include the use and/or manipulation of various computer software applications. Manage technical resources at Departmental or Project level.
May support a teaching program, for example design and develop practical experiments, and assist with the development and planning of coursework.
May participate in the delivery of a teaching program

General understanding of research and/or teaching activities at School/Faculty level, and more comprehensive understanding at Departmental or Project level.
General to comprehensive knowledge of policies/codes/standards as they apply to the work undertaken.

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to Research/Teaching Program, School or Faculty.

Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience OR extensive technical experience and proven management expertise OR combination of relevant experience and education/training.

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will manage technical and cross-stream staff, which may include technical supervision of students in teaching laboratories and/or on field work.

Required to use technical expertise in the area, to be innovative and to contribute to research and strategic planning, policy and development. This may include the use and/or manipulation of various computer software applications. Management of, and responsibility for, significant resources at least at School, Faculty or Divisional level.
May support a teaching program, for example design and develop practical experiments, and assist with the development and planning of coursework.
May participate in the delivery of a teaching program.

Knowledge of research and/or teaching activities at University level and an in-depth understanding of Departmental or Project level.

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to Research Program, School or Faculty.

Postgraduate qualifications with relevant experience* and proven expertise in the management of significant human and material resources or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
* Note: As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 8 years.

Broad direction, operating with a high overall degree of autonomy. Will manage other administrative and cross stream staff, including technical supervision of students in teaching laboratories and/or on field work.

Conceptualise, develop, initiate and review major technical and/or administrative policies at University level. Responsible for management of a complex area of work at a level higher than ANUO 9. Accountable for program performance. Comprehensive knowledge of related programs.

Devise new ways of adapting technical and/or administrative strategies to meet new internal and external demands.

Full responsibility for achieving significant objectives and programs. Will have a significant collaborative role in research and/or teaching.

Degree with subsequent relevant specialist/professional experience OR extensive experience in a specialised environment and specialist expertise OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience in a specialised/professional environment and/or specialised/professional education/training.

General direction. May have supervisory responsibility for cross stream staff.

Work assignments guided by legislation, professional standards, technical expertise and independence or specialist requirements. Latitude to develop or redefine procedures and/or policy, drawing on specialist or professional knowledge, for consideration by more senior officers.

Sound knowledge of specialist/professional activities as related to, and applied from, own work area.

Discretion to innovate within own functions and take responsibility for outcomes. Design, develop and test complex equipment, systems and procedures. Plan and develop proposals for use of resources.

Progress towards postgraduate qualifications with subsequent relevant specialist/professional experience * OR extensive experience in a specialised/professional environment and specialist/professional expertise OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience in a specialised environment and/or specialised/professional education/training.
* Note: As a guide, experience in this context and at this level is likely to be 4 years.

Broad direction, working with a degree of autonomy. May have supervisory responsibility for cross-stream staff.

Work assignments guided by legislation, professional standards, technical expertise or specialist requirements. Latitude to develop or redefine procedures and/or policy drawing on specialist/professional knowledge for consideration by more senior officers. Will be recognised authority in particular activity or activities in specialised area. May coordinate the integration of those activities with other activities.

Expected to make policy or technical recommendations related to specialist activities. Implement accepted policies or technical programs involving major change which may impact on other Areas of the University or a teaching/research program.

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to research programs, Schools or Faculties requiring integration of a range of University policies and/or external requirements, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisational.

Progress towards postgraduate qualifications with more than 4 years subsequent relevant specialist/professional experience OR extensive experience in a specialised/professional environment and specialist/professional expertise OR an equivalent combination of relevant experience in a specialised/professional environment and/or specialised/professional education/training.

Broad direction, working with a considerable degree of autonomy. Will have supervisory responsibility for other professional/specialist staff except in circumstances where positions are stand-alone or in a very small highly-specialised unit where all specialist staff would normally be at or above ANUO9 level.

Work assignments guided by legislation professional standards, technical expertise or specialist requirements. Will be a recognised authority in specialist/professional activities at University level. Will coordinate the integration of policy activities with other policy activities. Demonstrated capacity to conceptualise, develop and review major administrative or professional policies or Technical programs at University level.

Initiate and develop new policies and review major policies, objectives and strategies. Responsible for programs involving major change which may impact on other Areas of the University.

Responsible for program development and implementation. Provide strategic support and advice to research programs, Schools or Faculties requiring integration of a range of University policies and external requirements, and an ability to achieve objectives operating within complex organisational structures.