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About the Role

This role is responsible for providing technical advice and ensuring effective access to information under the Government and Public Access Act (GIPA) and associated legislation.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess access applications under the GIPA Act and other legal requests, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and Council protocols.
• Coordinate and maintain Council records to meet government standards, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and secure storage of documentation.
• Provide expert advice and support to internal and external stakeholders on sensitive and urgent matters, fostering collaboration and enhancing customer experience.
• Manage Council’s statutory reporting requirements including the Disclosure Log, Contracts Register, and submissions to the Information and Privacy Commission.
• Identify and communicate emerging issues early, applying mitigation strategies and promoting continuous improvement across practices and procedures.
• Uphold Council’s values by acting ethically and fairly, ensuring compliance with WHS, EEO, diversity, and inclusion policies.

Requirements

• Knowledge of various State and Federal acts that relate to the management and provision of information in local government including Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, Privacy & Personal Information Protect Act 1998, Copyright Act 1968, Environmental Planning & Assessment Act NSW 1979 and Local Government Act 1993.
• Experience in determining access applications and the correct application of public interest considerations.
• Experience in searching, retrieval of files, inspecting and investigating of records to determine relevance to scope of access applications.
• Experience in using software systems such as TRIM, Microsoft and other systems.
• High level of customer service and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in the provision of access to information services to the community and other stakeholders.
• Must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.

Skills

• Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009
• Privacy & Personal Information Protect Act 1998
• Copyright Act 1968
• Environmental Planning & Assessment Act NSW 1979
• Local Government Act 1993
• TRIM
• Microsoft Office Suite

Location

• Central Parramatta

Work Type

• 35 hrs per week
• Full Time Permanent
• Hybrid working conditions
• Flexi-time scheme

Education Level

• Tertiary qualifications

Salary/Compensations

• $91,365.95 to $100,642.13 + 12% superannuation

Benefits

• Hybrid working conditions
• Flexi-time scheme
• Additional leave over the Christmas period
• 14 weeks paid parental leave
• 15 days personal leave
• Long service leave after 5 years
• Employee led networks (ERGs)
• Fitness passport
• Flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing wellbeing initiatives
• Health insurance discounts
• Discounted parking
• Novated leasing available
• Learning and development programs
• Leadership pathways
• Free LinkedIn Learning

About the Company

• The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation.
• Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone.
• Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

Equal Opportunity

• We are building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences.
• We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.
• We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment.