Support transparency and access to information in a role that underpins accountable decision making.
The Role
As the Access to Information Officer, you will provide high-quality research and administrative support across a range of information access, privacy, and governance activities. You will play an important role in ensuring Council meets its legislative obligations while delivering timely and accurate responses to information requests.
You will assist in processing access to information applications and internal privacy reviews, including researching requests, preparing documentation, and supporting decision-making in line with relevant legislation and Council policies.
In this role, you will also support the management of privacy-related complaints and contribute to the coordination of responses to external bodies. You will ensure requests are handled professionally, accurately, and within statutory timeframes.
You will assist with policy development activities and the maintenance of public disclosure registers, ensuring information is current, compliant, and accessible. You will also contribute to the efficient administration of governance processes within the team.
This is a detail-oriented role that requires strong organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to manage sensitive information with care.
Key Accountabilities:
- Research and process access to information applications under the GIPA Act, ensuring compliance with legislative and reporting requirements
- Assist with interpreting and applying relevant legislation, including the GIPA Act, PPIP Act, HRIP Act, and Local Government Act
- Process formal and informal access requests, including third-party consultations and subpoenas
- Draft correspondence, reports, and governance documentation under the guidance of senior staff
- Maintain governance registers, including the GIPA Disclosure Log and records management systems, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Respond to internal and external enquiries in line with Council policies and service standards
- Support continuous improvement of governance processes and ensure sensitive information is handled appropriately
What We Are Looking For
You are a capable and detail-oriented professional with experience in information access, governance, or a related field. You bring sound judgement, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
You will have:
- A legal qualification or equivalent experience in a related field
- Experience interpreting and applying relevant legislation, including the GIPA Act and Local Government Act
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to exercise sound judgement
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Ability to undertake research and prepare correspondence, reports, and documentation
- Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision
What We Offer
- Salary from $78,552.73 to $91,015.06 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation
- Permanent full-time role (35 hours per week)
- We are committed to attracting the best talent and will consider both full-time and part-time working arrangements for suitable candidates
- Enjoy flexible working options, including flexible start and finish times, hybrid work (after probation), and the option of a 9‑day fortnight by working additional hours across the fortnight
- Health and Wellbeing Leave
- Access to Fitness Passport for you and your family
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Rewards Program
How to Apply
If you’re ready to support transparency and deliver high-quality information access outcomes across Council, and you possess the attributes outlined in the advertisement and Position Description, we encourage you to apply.
Please respond to the targeted questions. Applications without responses may not be considered.
For further information, please contact Jessica Feng, Senior Access to Information Officer on 02 9330 6291. Applications must be submitted via our website. Closing Date: Tuesday, 4 August 2026 at 11:59 PM (AEST).
Offers of employment at Georges River Council are contingent upon satisfactory results of a thorough background check.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights (with no Visa restrictions) to apply for this position.
Georges River Council is a progressive, people-focused organisation with 600 dedicated staff delivering exceptional services to our diverse and vibrant community. Our vision is to be 'naturally connected to place, community, and Country'. We are committed to creating accessible green, and liveable spaces, nurturing creativity, protecting the natural environment, and building a thriving local economy.
We foster our values of Accountability, Professionalism, Unity and Honesty and take pride in promoting the image of Council in the community.
We are committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, workers of all ages, people with disabilities, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
At Georges River Council we are committed to putting children first and championing child safety within our community. We actively advocate for the rights of children and young people and will uphold our commitment as a child safe organisation.
