Full-Time Freedom of Information Officer

Join the Governance team at Hume City Council, one of Australia’s fastest growing and culturally diverse councils.

What you’ll be doing:

• Receive, review/analyse and process FOI requests in accordance with the FOI Act.
• Coordinate and prepare clarification letters to applicants.
• Request documentation from Council departments and assist departments to understand the terms and requirements of the request.
• Review documents for specific exemptions contained in the legislation.
• Prepare documents for redaction and collation to reflect specific exemptions.
• Manage and answer incoming subpoenas and provide advice to staff on subpoena requirements.

Skills and experience:

• Enhanced knowledge of the FOI Act, Professional Standards and OVIC practice notes.
• Enhanced understanding of the local government sector.
• High competency of Microsoft applications and other Council key programs.
• Skills in managing time, setting priorities, planning and organising work.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and to show initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions and problem solve in difficult situations.

Required Certifications & Qualifications:

• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience in the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic).
• Experience in Freedom of Information administration.
• High level of competency with computer systems, in particular, Microsoft programs and other Council key applications.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Current driver’s license.

A child safe organisation and an equal opportunity employer.

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