Senior Information Access Officer

Senior Information Access Officer

Branch: Corporate Information Services

Division: Business and Customer Services

Salary: Level 4, $95,782 - $100,526 per annum (pro-rata) (PSCA 2024)

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time

FTE: 0.4

Location: East Perth

Closing Date: 2026-01-28 4:30 PM

Attachments: - published jdf - 00046873 - senior information access officer - corporate information services - ps l4 - jul 2025 (1).pdf

This is a permanent part-time (0.4FTE) position commencing In February 2026. The Business and Customer Services (BCS) Directorate supports the objectives and outcomes of clients by providing value for money corporate services through skilled and motivated people. BCS aims to deliver services within an environment of standardised systems and processes. The Corporate Information Services (CIS) Branch works to improve information quality, accessibility, reliability and security to support departmental business and is responsible for the provision of records management, system administration, Freedom of Information (FOI) and legal information disclosure and Library services.

The Role

The Senior Information Access Officer provides support and advice on information release, including direct release requests and formal applications made under the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act 1992. They coordinate response to summons and subpoenas, Orders to Produce, and all other orders for the production of records and documents.

If successful, you will consult with applicants, third parties, Department staff and other government agencies in relation to information disclosure matters, including direct release of information, applications made under the FOI Act, and production of court documents. It will be your responsibility to interpret relevant legislation to determine possible access and release of information, including interpretations for case histories and precedents, and requests from the public, external stakeholders, Departmental staff, and schools.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Melissa Pettit, A/Manager - Corporate Information Services (08) 9264 8721 or by email melissa.pettit@education.wa.edu.au

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:
  1. Demonstrated experience, knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, including the Freedom of Information Act 1992, in a large and complex government agency.
  2. Demonstrated well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liaise and consult effectively with a wide range of stakeholders on matters related to information disclosure.
  3. Well-developed research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret legislation or protocols applicable to the release of information, including considerations for handling sensitive matters requested via subpoenas or Orders to Produce.
  4. Well-developed planning and organisational skills, including ability to prioritise tasks and meet strict deadlines and work collaboratively in a team environment.

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job. Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted. For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1001284
Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Wednesday, 28 January 2026

Position No. 00046873
Agency: Department of Education