Student Administrator
- Auckland University of Technology
- New Zealand, Multiple Locations
- Jun 15, 2026
Job Description:
- Play a key role in supporting student success through high-quality admissions, enrolment, program administration, and student enquiry support within AUT’s School of Education.
- Be part of a collaborative School Student Administration Team, working closely with academic staff, Programme Leaders, Student Services, and wider AUT teams.
- Contribute to Initial Teacher Education programs, supporting highly regulated compliance processes where accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail are essential.
- Permanent, full-time role based primarily at AUT’s North Campus, with occasional support across the City or South campuses as required.
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centered on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.
AUT recognizes the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.
AUT’s School of Education Te Kura Mātauranga is a leading provider of education qualifications and Initial Teacher Education, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs that integrate research-informed teaching with authentic, real-world learning. The School produces world-class research with impact on educational policy and practice. It fosters a vibrant, collaborative scholarly community and sits within AUT’s dynamic Faculty of Culture and Society.
The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
This is a full time permanent role in the School of Education, based primarily at AUT’s North Campus. The role supports day-to-day student and programme administration, including admissions, enrolments, student records, enquiries, compliance processes, assessment setup, graduation checks, and wider School administration support.
A key challenge and opportunity is supporting Initial Teacher Education programmes, which involve detailed and highly regulated compliance processes. The role also contributes to improving administration systems and supporting student-focused service delivery.
The role contributes to Te Aronui by supporting Te Tiriti-aligned, equitable, inclusive, and mana-enhancing outcomes for students, staff, tangata whenua, and tangata Tiriti.
About you | Ko wai koe
If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in academic administration or a similar student/program administration role, preferably within the tertiary education sector.
- Experience using student management systems, maintaining accurate records, and supporting admissions, enrolments, compliance, and student administration processes.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- A tertiary qualification is required.
- A commitment to equity, diversity and Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi).
As a professional member of staff at AUT, you’ll help keep us moving forward. From improving our services and streamlining our systems to supporting the experiences of students and staff across our campuses. By working collaboratively, solving problems and driving practical improvements, you’ll play a vital role in helping us operate smoothly, raise our profile, and evolve what we do, every day.
You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career. We offer:
- Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports
- Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our
- The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every
- Māori and Pacific development programs that strengthen our shared
- Cultural capability uplift development programs for all staff
- Professional development opportunities to keep you moving forward.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Along with your CV - please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above.
Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.
Further Information | Pārongo Anō
- Start Date: To be negotiated
- Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $62,000 - $81,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- For further information: please send us an enquiry here or call 09 921 9499.
Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 22nd June 2026, 11:55pm
Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95536
*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.
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Job Description:
- Play a key role in supporting student success through high-quality admissions, enrolment, program administration, and student enquiry support within AUT’s School of Education.
- Be part of a collaborative School Student Administration Team, working closely with academic staff, Programme Leaders, Student Services, and wider AUT teams.
- Contribute to Initial Teacher Education programs, supporting highly regulated compliance processes where accuracy, professionalism, and attention to detail are essential.
- Permanent, full-time role based primarily at AUT’s North Campus, with occasional support across the City or South campuses as required.
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is bold and unapologetically different, centered on students and grounded in Knowledge that Works driven by talented, progressive people. We are New Zealand’s newest university, ranked 5-stars by QS Universities 2025 and a place of opportunity where more than 26,000 students with talent and potential succeed, supported by a community of more than 4,000 staff based primarily across three Auckland campuses. Built on collaboration, shared purpose and the values of Pono (fact, truth, reality, integrity), Tika (acting accordingly, doing what is needed, ethical expression), and Aroha (empathy, care, compassion). AUT offers an innovative, forward-thinking environment where committed people work together to improve outcomes for students, communities, and the world.
AUT recognizes the importance of Te Tiriti, Māori and Pacific knowledge, leadership, and contribution across our university and is committed to creating environments where these communities can thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are proud to welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.
AUT’s School of Education Te Kura Mātauranga is a leading provider of education qualifications and Initial Teacher Education, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs that integrate research-informed teaching with authentic, real-world learning. The School produces world-class research with impact on educational policy and practice. It fosters a vibrant, collaborative scholarly community and sits within AUT’s dynamic Faculty of Culture and Society.
The Opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi
This is a full time permanent role in the School of Education, based primarily at AUT’s North Campus. The role supports day-to-day student and programme administration, including admissions, enrolments, student records, enquiries, compliance processes, assessment setup, graduation checks, and wider School administration support.
A key challenge and opportunity is supporting Initial Teacher Education programmes, which involve detailed and highly regulated compliance processes. The role also contributes to improving administration systems and supporting student-focused service delivery.
The role contributes to Te Aronui by supporting Te Tiriti-aligned, equitable, inclusive, and mana-enhancing outcomes for students, staff, tangata whenua, and tangata Tiriti.
About you | Ko wai koe
If you’re the kind of person who isn’t afraid to try new things, explore bold ideas and inject real energy and passion into the entire university experience - you’ll fit right in.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Experience in academic administration or a similar student/program administration role, preferably within the tertiary education sector.
- Experience using student management systems, maintaining accurate records, and supporting admissions, enrolments, compliance, and student administration processes.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- A tertiary qualification is required.
- A commitment to equity, diversity and Supportive of AUT’s Te Aronui journey (https://www.aut.ac.nz/about/maori/auts-commitment-to-Te-Tiriti-o-Waitangi).
As a professional member of staff at AUT, you’ll help keep us moving forward. From improving our services and streamlining our systems to supporting the experiences of students and staff across our campuses. By working collaboratively, solving problems and driving practical improvements, you’ll play a vital role in helping us operate smoothly, raise our profile, and evolve what we do, every day.
You will bring an open, engaging, and collaborative approach, with the flexibility to respond to changing requirements, and actively contribute to a positive and collegial environment. You will demonstrate cultural humility, awareness, and respect when engaging with indigenous peoples and culturally diverse communities. Experience supporting indigenous, equity, or inclusion focused initiatives is highly desirable.
What we offer | Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou
At AUT, you’ll be part of a values-led university that supports you to thrive in your role and career. We offer:
- Flexible working and a strong, caring culture that supports
- Recognition frameworks that reflect your contribution and how you live our
- The tools and trust to make a meaningful difference every
- Māori and Pacific development programs that strengthen our shared
- Cultural capability uplift development programs for all staff
- Professional development opportunities to keep you moving forward.
How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono
Along with your CV - please ensure to submit a cover letter which a) explains why this role (and AUT) is of interest, and b) addresses how you feel you meet some, or all, of the key criteria listed above.
Please feel free to add any further comments you feel may also support your application. All applications must be submitted through the online application process.
Further Information | Pārongo Anō
- Start Date: To be negotiated
- Salary Ranges | Ngā Utu: $62,000 - $81,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
- For further information: please send us an enquiry here or call 09 921 9499.
Closing Date | Te rā aukati: 22nd June 2026, 11:55pm
Job Reference | Tohutoro Mahi: 95536
*Full-time denotes 37.5 hours per week
Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi.
With your food basket and my food basket, the people will thrive.
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