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Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Policy

Policy overview

1 Purpose

To outline the principles that govern recruitment, selection, and appointment practices to ensure the University attracts a diverse community of high achieving people who uphold and support the University's values and strategic objectives.

2 Scope

This Policy applies to the recruitment, selection, and appointment of all paid Employees engaged in casual, fixed-term, contingent-funded, and continuing positions, and the awarding of visiting academic, adjunct, and honorary Titles.

3 Policy Statement

The University is committed to building organisational capability and excellence through the recruitment, selection, and appointment of Employees, and the awarding of Titles. Recruitment activities that result in the need to make appointment Decisions are made on the basis of merit, informed by the principles of equity, diversity, fairness, and transparency.

4 Principles

The University aims to ensure that the recruitment, selection, and appointment of Employees:

  • follows workforce planning to ensure the University has the appropriate Employees and capabilities to achieve service delivery goals;
  • contributes to the alignment of the workforce profile with the strategic directions and values of the University;
  • complies with the provisions of the Enterprise Agreement;
  • is in compliance with Australian national security laws and mitigates risks of Foreign Interference (refer to the National Security Policy);
  • is undertaken in accordance with the principles of merit and equal opportunity and ensures any potential, perceived, or actual Conflicts of Interest are managed;
  • will be undertaken by Employees who have been trained and have access to appropriate advice and support; and
  • will be conducted in such a way as to protect and enhance the reputation of the University and be fair, equitable, transparent, and compliant with relevant University Policy and external regulatory frameworks.

The awarding of Titles may occur to recognise contributions that advance the teaching, research, and service goals of the University.

Appointments, and the awarding of Titles, must be made using the relevant processes and delegated approval authorities as specified in the relevant University Procedure:

  • Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Procedure
    • Continuing appointment
    • Contingent-funded appointment
    • Fixed-term appointment
    • Casual appointment
    • Internal transfer and direct appointment
    • Secondment and allowances
  • Visiting Academic, Adjunct and Honorary Titles Procedure
    • Visiting Academic Title
    • Adjunct Title
    • Honorary Title
  • Contracted Senior Positions Appointment Procedure
    • Contracted Senior Positions.

5 References

Nil.

6 Schedules

This policy must be read in conjunction with its subordinate schedules as provided in the table below.

7 Policy Information

Accountable Officer

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Enterprise Services)

Responsible Officer

Chief People Officer

Policy Type

Executive Policy

Policy Suite

Contracted Senior Positions Appointment Procedure

Recruitment, Selection and Appointment Procedure

Visiting Academic, Adjunct and Honorary Titles Procedure

Subordinate Schedules

Approved Date

16/9/2024

Effective Date

16/9/2024

Review Date

30/5/2029

Relevant Legislation

Enterprise Agreement

Policy Exceptions

Policy Exceptions Register

Related Policies

Related Procedures

Modern Slavery Prevention Procedure

Related forms, publications and websites

Definitions

Terms defined in the Definitions Dictionary

Decision

A determination made by an Employee, contractor or other authorised delegate in the course of their duties on behalf of the University....moreA determination made by an Employee, contractor or other authorised delegate in the course of their duties on behalf of the University.

Employee

A person employed by the University and whose conditions of employment are covered by the Enterprise Agreement and includes persons employed on a continuing, fixed term or casual basis. Employees also include senior Employees whose conditions of employment are covered by a written agreement or contract with the University....moreA person employed by the University and whose conditions of employment are covered by the Enterprise Agreement and includes persons employed on a continuing, fixed term or casual basis. Employees also include senior Employees whose conditions of employment are covered by a written agreement or contract with the University.

Enterprise Agreement

University of Southern Queensland Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026....moreUniversity of Southern Queensland Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026.

Title

A term used to specify a particular academic rank or recognise a particular contribution to the University or the community....moreA term used to specify a particular academic rank or recognise a particular contribution to the University or the community.

University

The term 'University' or 'UniSQ' means the University of Southern Queensland....moreThe term 'University' or 'UniSQ' means the University of Southern Queensland.

Definitions that relate to this policy only

Senior Positions

Means a position that is not classified at Academic Level A to E or Professional Level 1 to 10 as set out in Schedules A and C of the Enterprise Agreement, respectively.

Keywords

Recruitment, selection, vacancy, advertising, appointment, Title, appointment, recruit, appoint

Record No

15/2856PL

Complying with the law and observing Policy and Procedure is a condition of working and/or studying at the University.

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