Information Services Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for two motivated and skilled professionals to join our growing Information Technology team in newly created Information Services Officer positions that will play a vital role in shaping the future of information management within Council. We are looking for individuals who bring strong technical capabilities and creative, out-of-the-box thinking to help explore new approaches, improve systems, and enhance how we manage and use information. Each role is positioned at a different level within our team structure—one at GOS3 and the other at GOS4—providing a career pathway for candidates with varying levels of experience and expertise in digital records, data governance, and information management.

The GOS3 position offers a hands-on opportunity to support the full information lifecycle, deliver excellent customer service, and contribute to system support, compliance, and training across Council's digital platforms. The GOS4 position will have a stronger focus on data analysis, legacy data migration, and providing support on delegations and governance practices. Both roles will work closely with the Applications Lead and broader IT team to ensure Council's records, systems, and applications are effectively managed, secure, and compliant with legislative requirements and organisational objectives.

Both roles involve core information management duties and collaboration with the IT team to ensure effective records management and system governance.

• Solid understanding of Electronic Document and Records Management Systems (EDRMS), metadata standards, classification schemes, digital information best practices.
• Relevant experience to support the full information lifecycle including the creation, classification, storage, access, archiving, retention and disposal of records.
• Ability to promote best practice in information management by providing onboarding support, delivering training, and building staff capability to ensure consistent and compliant use of Council's information systems.
• Manage and support SharePoint sites including content updates, permissions, and site structure to facilitate collaboration and information sharing.
• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of confidentiality, judgement, initiative and sensitivity in the performance of duties and dealings with members of the public and staff.

Both roles are permanent, full-time positions offering an opportunity to join a progressive, high-performing organisation where your contribution will be recognised and valued. The position is offered at GOS Level 3 to 4 ($78,676 to $92,974) commensurate with experience and in accordance with The Barossa Council's Enterprise Agreement 2022.

• Flexible work culture with flexi time and flexible work arrangements
• An innovative Employee Wellbeing and Resilience Program
• Competitive discounts on private health insurance
• Generous uniform allowance
• Journey insurance and income protection
• Professional development and industry networking
• This position requires you to hold and provide evidence of a current and valid National Police Check (NPC)
• All employees are required to undertake a pre-employment medical prior to commencement for income protection purposes.

For further information and a copy of the position description, please refer to or contact the People and Culture team via the website. Please apply via our website and address components of the position competency profile.

Applications close 5pm, Thursday 28th August 2025

The Barossa Council is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles, a constructive culture, workplace diversity and professional development. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds including those living with disability and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure all employees are successful in their roles.

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