Freedom of Information Officer

1 week ago

Altona, Australia City of Hobsons Bay Full time

**Freedom of Information Officer (FOI)**

**Full-time Position**

**Band 6 - $91,930 - $101,483 (+ superannuation)**

**Role includes a Monthly RDO**

**Hobsons Bay City Council is seeking an FOI Officer responsible for processing requests for information received under the FOI Act, ensuring Council adheres to the requirements of the Act. The role also involves providing high-level support and specialist advice to senior management and Council staff in relation to Freedom of Information (FOI) queries and requests.**

**What you’ll be working on**
- Preparing reports and developing policies in relation to areas of responsibility.
- Monitoring and reviewing processes relating to compliance and statutory obligations under local government legislation.

**What you need to succeed**
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding, and experience in the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic).
- Comprehensive knowledge of the FOI Act, Professional Standards, and OVIC practice notes.
- A strong understanding of the local government sector.
- Conceptual and analytical abilities with strong problem-solving skills.
- A customer service orientation and highly developed ethical standards, including the ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Experience in drafting and preparing correspondence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of stakeholders.

**How to apply**

follow the links to send us:

- your cover letter
- and resume
- Please note we do not require the selection criteria to be addressed in a separate document.

The position description can be accessed below

To find out more about the role, please contact Diane Eyckens, Manager Corporate Integrity (Legal Counsel) on 1300 179 944.

Applications will be accepted until 11:30PM on Sunday 3 November 2024.

**Pre-Employment Requirements**

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa with full unrestricted working rights. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

**Make an impact that matters**

At Hobsons Bay we work as one to achieve exceptional outcomes for our community.

Hobsons Bay Council is shaping precincts, building community infrastructure, delivering positive environmental, social and economic outcomes through programs and policies, and providing over 120 services to strengthen our diverse community.

If you’re ready to rise to the challenge of making a real difference, join us to help create a community and city that is inclusive, empowered, sustainable and visionary.

**What can we offer**

Council offers hybrid working with newly renovated office facilities in the Civic Centre.

We support ongoing professional development, as your career matters to us

And we provide an employee assistance program, as well as wellbeing programs for staff including Yoga and Pilates classes, walking clubs and more.

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