The Australian Education Union represents and advocates for teachers, principals and education support staff working in public education in schools, early childhood, TAFE and adult education.
If you have a passion for public education, social justice and the union movement, then consider a career with the AEU.
We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ people and others who may face structural barriers in our society to apply.
We currently have one vacancy.
Member Support Centre (MSC) Principal Class Officer
The union has a 0.4 to 0.6 time fraction, ongoing position for a MSC Principal Class Officer to work in the Melbourne office.
This position works as part of the Member Support Centre (MSC) and provides industrial advice and assistance to individual principal members.
The MSC Principal Class Officer manages a caseload of complex matters and provides expert advice, support and advocacy for members, including drafting response and representation work.
Remuneration: Annual salary of $151,548 (pro-rata).
Enquiries: Questions about this vacancy and benefits of working at the AEU can be directed to Paul Mariani, manager of the MSC, on 03 9417 2822.
Applications: Send to Sarah Kupsch, HR and Organisational Development Manager, AEU Victorian Branch, by email to [email protected] by close of business on Monday 28 April 2025.
Please download the position description here
All applications must address the following selection criteria:
Essential
- Experience working in a principal class position.
- Demonstrated commitment to unionism.
- An understanding of and commitment to public education.
- High level verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including:
- the ability to communicate with a diverse audience
- the ability to communicate complex and sensitive matters objectively, calmly and with empathy
- the ability to write clear, accurate and concise correspondence.
- Knowledge of or ability to acquire knowledge of AEU Agreements and other relevant industrial instruments and stakeholder policies.
- Ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with key stakeholders, Principal members and work as part of a team.
- Ability to show initiative and demonstrate high level organisational skills including being able to work to deadlines, prioritise work, and manage multiple matters concurrently.
Desirable
- Understanding of gender, cultural and diversity that impact on the union’s membership.
- Current Victorian drivers licence.