At University of Tasmania we value diversity, and the strength, resilience and creativity it brings. We value the creative possibilities that arise when people with skills, talents and innovative ideas come together and give each other the confidence to focus on opportunity. We are a Tasmanian institution, and we work in a unique setting and actively partner with the communities in which we live. We look to build on existing partnerships and develop new partnerships with Aboriginal people.
Our Aboriginal Employment Plan 2021-2024 (PDF 1.9 MB) has been developed to reflect our goal of increasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participation in employment at the University.
What jobs are available?
Roles at the University include professional, academic and services positions. As a large organisation we can offer a wide range of positions. Please visit our Jobs and Careers website to see currently advertised roles.
The University of Tasmania is dedicated to developing a talented and adaptable Aboriginal workforce and is currently seeking expressions of interest for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Talent Register.
To view current Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Identified positions please visit current vacancies.
Identified positions
Identified positions are considered for positions within the University where the duties of the role include:
- Predominately focus on, or work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients
- Specifically provides services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
- Develop or deliver programs of learning or research that contain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander content; or
- Have a substantial impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Applicants for identified positions must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and must provide documentation to confirm their Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander identity when applying. Refer to our guidelines for Confirmation of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Identity (PDF 272.5 KB).
For further information please contact aboriginal.employment@utas.edu.au.
What support is provided?
The Talent Acquisition team are available to assist you with any questions you may have. Please contact us at aboriginal.employment@utas.edu.au.
Find out more
More information about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, including external opportunities and student internships is available at Aboriginal Business.
