Course Director
School
Faculty
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(Black) and non-italicised. Please ensure tidy page layout with page breaks in logical places, i.e. the selection
criteria should be on its own page with contact information.
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the recruitment of Continuing and Fixed Term Appointments on the HR website which will provide guidance
and examples of how to complete each heading below. This document has been hyper-linked to each
heading on the contents page for quick and simple access.
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Employee Contribution to Superannuation
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Workplace Agreement
Charles Sturt University Enterprise Agreement 2013 - 2016
Date Last Reviewed
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Faculty/School/Division/Centre – Organisational Environment
This area is an opportunity for promoting your Faculty/ School/Division/Centre to potential applicants and
describing how it fits within the University structure and contributes to the University Strategy. This can be
copied and pasted from your section of the CSU website and a hyperlink should be included.
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Organisational Chart
The organisational chart explains where the actual position is placed in the context of your relevant Division/
School/Faculty/Centre.
Insert a link to the relevant organisational chart from you website.
If your area does not have your organisational chart on your website below is a sample that you may adapt
and complete.
Executive Dean/
Executive Director
Faculty of <>/Division
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Associate Dean
<Courses/Learning &
Teaching>
Associate Dean
<Courses/Learning &
Teaching>
Course Director
Head of <School>/
Director
Associate Head of
School (if applicable)
Associate Head of
School (if applicable)
Academic Staff
School Office
Manager /Team
Leader(if applicable)
Administrative/
Technical Staff
Reporting Relationships
This position reports to:
<insert position title>
This position supervises:
<insert position title/s>
Key Working Relationships
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Faculty Leadership Team
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Academic and Professional Course Team Members
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Course Administrative Officers
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Head of Schools
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Director, Learning Design
Position Overview
This section should contain a brief statement that explains the overall purpose of the position in 1 paragraph.
The position purpose provides a snapshot of what the position is expected to accomplish and why the position
exists.
The Course Director provides leadership in planning and curriculum development and academic management
in relation to a course or set of courses within the Faculty. The Course Director leads course teams through
course design, quality assurance, accreditation, delivery and evaluation to ensure a high quality learning
experience for students that supports CSU’s strategic priorities for curriculum learning and teaching, including
online, practice-based and indigenous. The Course Director also has responsibility for the application of
academic regulations and policies, course promotion and industry liaison and for student advisory processes
and feedback for a course(s).
The University is currently implementing a new model for course design, implementation and evaluation.
Courses are progressively being developed within the new model, Smart Learning. For Course Directors
involved with the new model, principal responsibilities are further defined in the context of this model. Specific
information about the model and Course Directors involvement in the implementation is provided at hyperlink.
Principal Responsibilities
This section usually comprises of 8 to 12 ‘outcome’ statements describing the key requirements for this
position in an approximate order of priority. The statements should clearly demonstrate what is to be
achieved (the end result of actions) and how that action is taken.
1.
Lead and maintain a culture of collaboration within and across course teams and lead a range of activities
and processes related to course design, delivery, accreditation, quality assurance and evaluation that lead
to the creation of an engaging student experience that places quality education at its core
2. Build, lead and strengthen course teams, nurturing a respectful, trusting and collaborative working
environment and creating a sense of purpose and direction for course team members that align with
University and Faculty objectives/goals.
3. Apply the CSU model for developing learning and teaching in all aspects of the role, including course
design, implementation, performance evaluation and improvement, student advisory processes and
administrative functions.
4. Facilitate the giving and receiving of feedback related to course design and processes within and across
courses, Faculties, Schools and Divisions of the University.
5. Monitor, analyse, interpret and report course data to relevant stakeholders in a timely and appropriate
manner, including relevant Faculty committees, Heads of School and Associate Dean Learning and
Teaching.
6. Ensure inclusive communication and practice with students throughout every phase of the student
lifecycle including student recruitment, orientation, course events, pastoral care, ceremonies and student
advisory and feedback processes for the course(s).
7. Apply and communicate as appropriate, CSU’s academic regulations and policies to the course(s), which
may include course admissions, credit, enrolments, assessment, exclusions, graduation, and variations to
enrolment patterns, and exercise delegated responsibility in a fair and equitable manner.
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8. Actively engage in industry and professional liaison, seeking industry and professional support and
endorsement for courses, as appropriate, and contribute to course promotion and marketing.
9. In collaboration with relevant University and Faculty leaders, lead the course team in applying CSU
learning and teaching frameworks, standards, methodologies, processes, technologies and tools.
10. Collaborate with other Course Directors, Smart Learning and Division of Student Learning in building a
community of practice for professional learning and sharing of good practice in course design.
11. Represent the University in a positive and professional manner in a range of settings.
12. Provide advice to the Head of School in relation to, staff engagement, outcomes, development and
review.
13. Other duties appropriate to the classification, including teaching, research or professional activities, as
determined by the Executive Dean.
Physical Capabilities
This section outlines any essential physical requirements needed to carry out the work that is to be performed.
It should be specified where substantial manual handling is an inherent physical requirement of this role as
well as consideration to any other physical requirements.
For samples of Physical Capabilities please refer to “Position Descriptions – Guide to Reviewing”.
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Selection Criteria
Detail the necessary qualifications, knowledge, experience, skills and aptitudes that the applicants must have
(essential) to carry out the responsibilities of the role successfully. They should be numbered and ranked in
order of importance. There should be no more than 10 essential criteria and 4 desirable criteria.
Applicants are expected to address the selection criteria when applying for this position.
OR
Applicants are expected to have the following requirements to be considered for this position:
Essential
The first of the essential criteria will be the Qualifications & Experience or an equivalent level of knowledge as
per the Position Classification Standards/Descriptors or Standards, Expectations and Qualifications Policy Academic Staff.
Select relevant credentials for insertion at the top of the criteria section
1.
Recruitment type
Academic credentials required
Internal recruitment with
existing substantive
academic appointment
(Appointment normally at
Academic Level C or
above)
Appointment to the role Course Director would normally be made from
academic staff of the faculty who hold an appointment at Level C or above,
requiring a doctoral qualification relevant to the discipline area or equivalent
accreditation and standing.
External recruitment with
substantive academic
appointment (Assumes
Academic Level C or
above substantive
appointment)
Academic Level C
Or
Course Director only, no
substantive appointment
(Minimum Academic Level
C)
1. A graduate certificate in learning and teaching in higher education (or
equivalent), or willingness and capacity to complete the same within first 12
months of appointment, and/or evidence of the application of contemporary
theories, perspectives and practices in learning and teaching.
A doctoral qualification relevant to the discipline area or equivalent accreditation
and standing.
1. A record of significant achievement relevant to the discipline in the
scholarship of teaching and/or research/creative works or professional
activity together with significant contribution to the discipline at a national
level.
2. A graduate certificate in learning and teaching in higher education (or
equivalent), or willingness and capacity to complete the same within first 12
months of appointment, and/or evidence of the application of contemporary
theories, perspectives and practices in learning and teaching.
Academic Level D
1. A doctoral qualification relevant to the discipline area or equivalent
accreditation and standing.
2. A record of academic achievement of national and/or international standing
through outstanding contributions including academic leadership, to
scholarship of teaching and/or research/creative works or professional
together with an outstanding contribution to the discipline area recognised
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at national and international levels.
3. A graduate certificate in learning and teaching in higher education (or
equivalent), or willingness and capacity to complete the same within first 12
months of appointment, and/or evidence of the application of contemporary
theories, perspectives and practices in learning and teaching.
(renumber below accordingly)
1. Demonstrated capacity for leadership in course design and evaluation, teaching and learning, leadership
in the use of e-learning technologies and proficiency in application of course data for implementation, and
quality assurance.
2. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the educational design of courses and/or subjects, including
experience in problem solving in all aspects of the course review, design and implementation process.
3. Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills, including influencing, facilitating,
presenting, active listening, providing constructive feedback and capacity to work effectively with others
and build strong partnerships with colleagues, academic and administrative units, and the profession.
4. Knowledge of the tertiary education sector, including the tertiary education landscape, University
governance, academic and administrative processes, legislation and registration compliance
requirements, equity principles and education for sustainability.
5. Demonstrated ability to apply collaborative processes in a timely manner to ensure finalisation and
delivery of course design and implementation, and to meet University governance, academic and
administrative requirements.
6. Demonstrated experience in managing student matters including providing course advice and pastoral
care, and responding to feedback and complaints.
7. Demonstrated commitment to applying culturally respectful and inclusive practices, and demonstrating
respect and inclusiveness of culturally diverse people in all work practices and communications with staff
and students.
Desirable
Desirable criteria are the qualifications, knowledge, experience, skills and aptitudes that the applicant would
ideally have but are not deemed essential.
1.
2.
Further information is available from
<insert name>
<position>
Phone:<contact phone number>
Email:<contact email address>
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Attachment (i)
Information for Prospective Staff
Your Application
E-recruitment is the method by which CSU manages its recruitment processes and it is preferred that all
applications be lodged using this method. Please refer to www.csu.edu.au/jobs/.
If intending applicants are unable to access this website, please contact the HR Service Centre on 02 6338
4884.
Staff Benefits
CSU is committed to providing an employment environment that fosters teamwork, innovation, reflective
practice, continual learning, knowledge sharing and opportunities for staff to achieve their full potential. CSU
is committed to providing a flexible working environment that encourages employees to live a balanced
lifestyle, combining work and family responsibilities.
To find out more: http://www.csu.edu.au/jobs/working-with-us/benefits-and-rewards.
Essential Information for Staff
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All employees have an obligation to comply with all the University’s workplace health & safety
policies, procedures and instructions and not place at risk the health and safety of any other person in
the workplace;
All employees are required to be aware of and demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equal
opportunity in the workplace;
All employees are to ensure the creation and maintenance of full and accurate records of official
University business adheres to the University’s Records Management Policies; and
All employees are expected to undertake an induction program on commencement.
Further information regarding the policy and procedures applicable to Occupational Health and Safety and
Equal Opportunity can be found on the CSU website http://www.csu.edu.au/division/hr/.
Further information regarding the policies and procedures of CSU can be found in the CSU Policy Library at:
https://www.csu.edu.au/about/policy.
The following links are listed from CSU Policy Library on relevant specific policies:
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Code of Conduct
Staff Generic Responsibilities Policy
Delegations and Authorisations Policy
Outside Professional Activities Policy
Intellectual Property Policy
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