Job description
Senior Release of Information Officer
Location: Perth WA
Employment Type: Temporary Engagement – 6-month temp contract
Hourly rate: $50 -$55p/h +super
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Release of Information Officer to join our client’s team. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and timely release of information in compliance with relevant legislation/s
You will be responsible for implementing and administering processes for the release of information, which may involve reviewing records that are extremely sensitive and confronting in nature. The position also includes coordinating summons, subpoenas, and other legal orders, as well as preparing files for court proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Location: Perth WA
Employment Type: Temporary Engagement – 6-month temp contract
Hourly rate: $50 -$55p/h +super
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Release of Information Officer to join our client’s team. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and timely release of information in compliance with relevant legislation/s
You will be responsible for implementing and administering processes for the release of information, which may involve reviewing records that are extremely sensitive and confronting in nature. The position also includes coordinating summons, subpoenas, and other legal orders, as well as preparing files for court proceedings.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and process requests for information in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Review and vet sensitive records for compliance and accuracy.
- Coordinate legal documentation, including subpoenas and summons.
- Ensure adherence to internal and external guidelines for information management.
- Provide high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation abilities, with the capacity to work collaboratively across all levels.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, and policies.
- Sound knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the Freedom of Information Act 1992.
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Security Checks: Police Clearance and Working with Children Check required
- Medical Check: May be required
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
