Jarrad has over 10 years experience in the education sector both in Adelaide and internationally. From a foundation in teaching, Jarrad transitioned from curriculum development, then into Human Resource Management and Business Development. Jarrad was the Director of an outsourcing company based in Tokyo that supplied teaching staff throughout Japan. Since returning to Australia in 2009 Jarrad worked in schools initially before taking up a role at Flinders as a Prospective Student Advisor. In April 2012, Jarrad moved into the Team Leader role in the Prospective Student Office and is an active member of the National Association of Prospective Student Advisors (NAPSA). Current initiatives include working with the TAFE/VET sector to increase awareness about pathways to Flinders and further tertiary study and building relationships with key schools to ensure students are aware of their pathway options.