Freedom of Information Officer

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Department of Education Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Education

**Salary**: $92,332 - $104,762

Occupation: Education and Training

Reference: VG/DE/PES20006311

- **_The Department of Education seeks a VPSG4 Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to support the department's FOI Unit to process requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI Act)._**

**_FOI Officers are responsible for coordinating document searches, liaising with FOI applicants, making relevant enquiries and assessing documents for release under the FOI Act._**

**_FOI Officers may also provide support to the Executive and Ministerial Services Branch from time to time._**

**_To be successful in this role you will have:_**
- **_to understand and interpret legislation_**
- **_excellent attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Office_**
- **_the ability to work with as part of a team_**
- **_excellent time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively, and_**
- **_strong verbal and written communication skills.'_**

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

**Applications close 8 Aprill 2024



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