Position Descriptions for Professional Staff

Position Descriptions outline a position/role in terms of objectives, responsibilities and outcomes, capabilities and behaviours, and knowledge and experience required to successfully perform the role.

The benefits of well-written, clear and concise Position Descriptions include:

• Achieve clarity in what is expected of that position/role;
• Assist in the measurement and monitoring of work performance;
• Ensure a sustainable workload;
• Positively promote the University/Faculty to external individuals (particularly job seekers);
• Assist in the preparation of Planning, Development & Review processes for current staff.

Supporting the Position Description is a Capability Dictionary that defines the capabilities and behaviours required in positions at each HEO level.
The Capability Dictionary and the Guidelines for completing the Position Description Template are available below:

• Capability Dictionary for Professional Staff
• Guidelines for Completing Position Descriptions
• Position Description Template