Risk and Freedom of Information Support Officer

Job No: SGSC814 Location: Leongatha
ABOUT THE ROLE

• Part time - 2 days per week
• Temporary 12 month position
• Band 4 - $28,879 (pro-rata) + 12% superannuation
• Flexible and hybrid work options available

Are you experienced in managing risks or compliance and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes? If you're proactive and detail-oriented, the Risk and Freedom of Information Support Officer position might be a great fit for you.

Contributing to the integrity and resilience of Council operations, you'll be key in supporting functions that help safeguard transparency, accountability, and risk management across the organisation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare correspondence, conduct research in relation to the management of FOI Applications.
• Maintain record keeping registers for FOI related matters to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with applicants, and internal staff on FOI matters.
• Provide support for Council's operational and strategic risk management.
• Assist in the development, implementation and training of Council's Business Continuity Plan with relevant staff and maintain sub-plans.
• Provide administration support with systems, processes, testing, training and advice relating to Risk and FOI.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful for this role you'll bring:

• Experience and knowledge in risk management standards and practices, preferably in Local Government.
• FOI, privacy and compliance experience regarded as an advantage.
• Organisational skills, the ability to work to project deadlines while maintaining a strong customer service focus.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated customer service focus and ability to work as part of a team
• Sound communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills.

ABOUT US

South Gippsland Shire Council offers a friendly and professional workplace with values based leadership.

We put our customer at the centre of all we do and strive to deliver exceptional projects and services to our community.

Our region provides a perfect blend of coast and country. Enjoy green rolling hills, wind-swept beaches and the world-famous Wilsons Prom, right on your doorstep.

Our values – Accountability, Customer Focus and Excellence – are present in everything we do and how we do it. We seek like-minded colleagues to join our team who are committed to these values and culture.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements
• Rostered Days Off offered for full time roles
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• South Gippsland is an organisation that is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We offer flexibility and a welcoming work environment
• Enjoy a variety of changing health and well-being programs and initiatives including flu vaccinations and health checks, discounted gym memberships and Social Club
• Diverse range of exciting career paths in full time, part time or casual positions
• Mentoring, coaching and secondments
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual Enterprise Agreement salary increments
• Family Violence Support and Leave Provisions

POSITION DESCRIPTION
CLOSING DATE

Applications close Midnight Tuesday 21 October 2025.

CONTACT

Enquiries to: Jade Harry, Senior Risk and Freedom of Information Officer on

NEXT STEPS

If you would like to become a part of our team at South Gippsland Shire Council, please submit your application.

You will be required to address the application questions and upload two documents, your resume and cover letter. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and set your application apart from the rest

For further information on our recruitment process please click here.

All correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be sent to you via email.

All preferred candidates will be required to complete relevant background checks (including but not limited to police checks, reference checks, medical checks (drug and alcohol tests) and psychometric testing) prior to the candidate's employment being confirmed. The outcomes of the background checks do not automatically bar candidates; however, will be assessed against the inherent requirements of the job.

Please be advised any representation via an agency will not be considered. Agencies - no need to contact us, we've got this one.

South Gippsland Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity employer and aims to provide all necessary support to ensure that all abilities and backgrounds are not disadvantaged in the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, please feel free to identify yourself as a person with different needs in your application and indicate what type of reasonable adjustment you require. Alternatively you can contact a member of the People & Culture team on and identify the position you are applying for and specify your requirements.

All councillors, employees, students, agency staff, contractors and volunteers are required to act in accordance with equal opportunity, anti-discrimination, harassment, vilification and child safety legislation. South Gippsland Shire Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We all have a responsibility to ensure our workplaces are respectful, safe and inclusive and free of all forms of unlawful and unacceptable behaviours. By applying for this role you agree to the above.

If you are havingany issues applying for this position, please call our People & Culture Team on or email

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