Information Access Officer
4 days ago
Date: 14 Oct 2025
Location: AU
Company: Northern Beaches Council
Division: Corporate Services
Business Unit: Governance & Assurance Services
Title: Information Access Officer, Permanent - Full-time Role, 35 hours per week
Salary Range: $ to $ per annum + super (subject to skills and experience)
Who we are:
Stretching from Palm Beach to Manly, the Northern Beaches boasts more than half of all the beaches in Sydney and a population of more than 270,000. Northern Beaches Council strives to deliver the highest quality services to our community. Join us and you'll be part of an organisation committed to promoting sustainable growth, leading the community, protecting our environment and creating a great future for the Northern Beaches.
The Access to Information Officer will have responsibility to meet Councils day-day obligations under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 with respect to the processing of informal GIPA requests.
Northern Beaches Council is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Council acknowledges that protecting the safety of children and young people is a whole of community responsibility and is everyone's business.
Working with us:
Northern Beaches Council provides a comprehensive range of benefits focused on our employees' lifestyle, health and wellbeing, recognition and career development. In this role you'll enjoy -
- Health and wellbeing leave
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Genuine work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
Our opportunity:
The key focus areas of this role include:
1) Coordinating Public Access to Information – Informal GIPA requests:
Manage and process requests for public access to information, ensuring compliance with the GIPA Act and related legislation. Conduct research, assess requests, and make decisions to support Council's obligations for transparency and privacy.
2) Providing Expert Advice and Customer Service:
Respond to enquiries from internal and external stakeholders, offering clear advice and support. Promote a culture of excellent customer service and uphold Council values in every interaction.
3) Maintaining Records and Ensuring Compliance:
Maintain accurate records and documentation to safeguard sensitive and confidential information. Ensure all processes align with legislative, policy, and procedural requirements, supporting Council's governance and assurance standards.
About you:
You're committed to transparency and privacy and want to make a positive impact in your community. As part of our Information Access and Privacy Team, you bring a strong work ethic, experience in information management and privacy, knowledge of the GIPA Act, and the ability to manage competing priorities, deliver results, and embrace new technology.
Additional Information:
- Applications close on: 26 October 2025
- Expected Interview Date: 29 October 2025
- Questions? Please call the Hiring Manager: Daisy Foster on
Northern Beaches Council is a diverse and inclusive employer and encourages applications from differently abled candidates. Reasonable adjustments to the workplace may be made where these are required.
If you would like to contact us to discuss your specific circumstances, please contact the hiring manager for this role. If you do not feel comfortable to do so, please contact HR Services on
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